Iowa has lots of awesome attractions and Disneyland® is one of them. Pick up the keys to a car rental and head there at your leisure. Des Moines offers plenty of exciting experiences and is a top place to kick off your vacation. Whether your scene is museums, food, art or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

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Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $105 One Way, $234 Round Trip

$234 return flights and $105 one-way flights to Iowa were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26

DCA

Washington

DSM

Des Moines

$234

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3

SEA

Seattle

OMA

Omaha

$254

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

BWI

Baltimore

CID

Cedar Rapids

$256

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24

DCA

Washington

OMA

Omaha

$260

Roundtrip

found 17 hours ago

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

BWI

Baltimore

OMA

Omaha

$279

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Sat, Aug 8 - Wed, Aug 12

DCA

Washington

CID

Cedar Rapids

$279

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 9

BWI

Baltimore

MLI

Moline

$291

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

MDT

Harrisburg

MLI

Moline

$309

Roundtrip

found 16 hours ago

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28

MDT

Harrisburg

DSM

Des Moines

$316

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Wed, Jul 29 - Sun, Aug 2

MDT

Harrisburg

OMA

Omaha

$326

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5

SEA

Seattle

FSD

Sioux Falls

$329

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31

SEA

Seattle

DSM

Des Moines

$347

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Cedar Rapids	July 5 to July 7	$246
LAX	Omaha	July 4 to July 18	$311
LAX	Cedar Rapids	July 4 to July 14	$341
DEN	Rochester	July 3 to July 8	$367
LAX	Sioux Falls	July 3 to July 10	$385
DEN	Omaha	July 5 to July 9	$390
DFW	Omaha	July 4 to July 5	$433
PHX	Des Moines	July 3 to July 6	$446
DFW	Cedar Rapids	July 4 to July 8	$487
DEN	Sioux City	July 3 to July 5	$490
DFW	Des Moines	July 3 to July 5	$525
DEN	Sioux Falls	July 3 to July 5	$540
DFW	Sioux Falls	July 3 to July 5	$628
DEN	Des Moines	July 5 to July 5	$724
LAX	Des Moines	July 5 to July 8	$1,734

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Iowa Accommodation Deals

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$58 nightly

$65 total

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

7.8/10 Good! (918 reviews)

"There were several things that were broken in the room. There is rust all over the bathroom."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$65 nightly

$73 total

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

5.8/10 (1,004 reviews)

"What a dump!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W. Cedar Rapids IA

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$100 nightly

$112 total

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in Cedar Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

6.8/10 (1,179 reviews)

"Thank you"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2141 S 35th Street Council Bluffs IA

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$71 nightly

$80 total

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (361 reviews)

"Great place to stay! The beds were comfortable, everything was clean, staff were friendly, and the breakfast had a good spread. We would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Iowa Apartment Hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

201 E. Locust Street Des Moines IA

Fully refundable

$114 nightly

$128 total

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

"After reading so many glowing reviews I expected a much better maintained hotel. The room doors were in need of paint and furniture worn. Parking ($20 per night!) is in a ramp that is dirty and there is no signage to guide you on the long walk to get to a door to enter the back of the hotel. Our ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street West Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$107 nightly

$120 total

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (880 reviews)

"The pool was in disrepair. Green, murky water and very humid pool room. Staff informed us after check in that there were issues and advised not to swim. The room was in disrepair as well. Drawers wouldn't stay shut and TV was smallest Ive ever seen. Beds were comfortable, but room didnt feel clean. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne Cedar Rapids IA

$152 nightly

$175 total

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Cedar Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (752 reviews)

"Everything was great! Only negative was that our room never got cleaned or restocked and we were there Thursday through Sunday. The front desk, however, was helpful and got us what we needed."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Rathbun Lake, Deer Run Rental, & Fully Furnished Cabin!

Moravia IA

Stay at this cabin in Moravia. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Rathbun Area and Rathbun Lake are located nearby.

10/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)

"Thank you we had a great weekend!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$101 nightly

$114 total

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

"Very clean room (king w/ sofa sleeper) with ample space and nearby amenities in addition to those onsite. Worth noting the sofa sleeper is more like a twin than a full if traveling with family."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

777 Isle of Capri Blvd Waterloo IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$83 nightly

$93 total

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waterloo. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)

"Staff at the breakfast place was the only downside, not very friendly or welcoming and my daughter's bed had hair on it."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

3619 9th Ave Council Bluffs IA

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$78 nightly

$87 total

Jul 30 - Jul 31

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this golf hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,802 reviews)

"I would like to give a big thank you to Jess and another lady, we didn’t get her name. The 7-3, 3-11 shift. Jess and co-front desk agent were very helpful and gave a lot of great advice for sight seeing. Jess informed us on how to have a better experience at the zoo. Thank you for making our stay ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

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$76 nightly

$85 total

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,818 reviews)

"Staff, especially front desk and housekeeping staff, were very friendly and helpful!"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Iowa

Wildwood Lodge

11431 Forest Ave Clive IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$123 nightly

$137 total

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,234 reviews)

"Very pleasant overnight and breakfast. Would definitely recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.

Larchwood IA

Stay at this cabin in Larchwood. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Grand Falls Casino Resort and Lake Alvin Recreation ...

10/10 Exceptional! (396 reviews)

"It was very clean and had everything you needed to do meals and entertainment. We loved the big space that allowed are family to have room and privacy. Kevin responded quickly to any messages I sent. Our kids and grandson loved the hot tub. It is such a beautiful property. Thank you for sharing it ..."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA

$76 nightly

$85 total

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

5.8/10 (896 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...

"I thought the property was disgusting. Stained carpet. Left over food by the pool left out all night. While eating in the restaurant a mouse ran by us into the kitchen. The floor in the shower in my room was so slick I had to put a towel down so i didnt fall. We were told by the manager of the restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$65 nightly

$73 total

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

5.8/10 (1,004 reviews)

"What a dump!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark

4 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$34

$100 total

found 1 day ago

Compact

Ford Focus

5 people
Unlimited mileage

DES MOINES, USA

$34

$100 total

found 1 day ago

Midsize

Kia K4

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$35

$102 total

found 1 day ago

Fullsize

Nissan Altima

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$36

$104 total

found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Iowa?

You're spoiled for choice with 24 popular airlines that travel to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Compare the available fares and grab a low-cost flight to Iowa with one of these top domestic carriers:

United Airlines - 166 flights to Iowa per month
Delta - 140 flights to Iowa per month
American Airlines - 102 flights to Iowa per month

How much is a flight to Iowa?

If you're looking for return flights, airfares fluctuated between $234 and $1,734 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $105, departing from Washington (DCA).

How to book the cheapest flight to Iowa?

With Orbitz, you'll uncover some of the most impressive flight deals around from a wide range of airlines. But if you want to improve your chances of landing cheap flights to Iowa, here are a few pointers to bear in mind:

Depending on your departure point, click on the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In some instances, alternative departure points offer more value for money.
Also, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to see the airfares on days around your chosen departure. You may be able to find cheaper flight deals if you're flexible with your plans.
You can also use the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred airline, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you'd prefer to fly.
The early bird catches the most impressive deals, so book as soon as you know your travel dates. The most affordable airfares are quick to sell out and prices rise as the departure date gets closer.
Save big on your trip by combining your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package. Your wallet will thank you.
Don't fly during peak seasons if you can. By avoiding summer, school vacations and other popular dates, you can save plenty on your airfares.

What is the best time to book a flight to Iowa?

Book your seats to Iowa in January. This is the best month for low airfares, closely followed by February and August. Pick up cheap flights and make your dream journey a reality with Orbitz.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Iowa?

To pick up an unbeatable flight deal, book on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are generally the cheapest days of the week to purchase flights to Iowa.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Iowa?

Look into departing early in the week for cheap flights to Iowa. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is normally the most inexpensive day to start your trip, followed by Tuesday. Saturday was found to have the most expensive ticket prices. Presumably, this is because many passengers prefer to start their escape when the weekend rolls around.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

Consider traveling in August if you're sticking to a budget. Orbitz data has found that it's generally the best month for cheap flights to Iowa. June is when fares hit their peak.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Flexibility is important these days, that's why Orbitz lets you search for carriers that won't penalize you for amendments to your reservation. Add your departure and arrival destinations, then click on "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you all the options that include free cancellation and no change fees.

What do I need for the flight to Iowa?

There's nothing as exciting as flying off to a cool new destination, but it's wise to be prepared. The following top tips will help get your journey off to an excellent start:

Your travel documents are the most important items you'll need to take on your flight to Iowa. To avoid any issues when checking in, make sure that the personal info on your ticket is correct and matches your government-issued ID.
Take some activities to keep you occupied on your journey to Iowa. Magazines, books and electronic gadgets like e-readers and laptops are perfect. Be sure to take a bottle of water as well. Even on short flights, it's important to stay well-hydrated.
It can get cold on the plane. If you'd rather not shiver your way through the flight, layer up.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Iowa?

If you think a first or business-class fare is beyond your reach, think again. Here are some practical tips to help you land a premium flight to Iowa for less:

Flexibility is essential. By being open to different travel dates, you'll have more chances of picking up a great deal on first or business-class airfares.
A lot of low-cost airlines these days have excellent business-class seating that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
Bid for an upgrade. Some airlines hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a flight loyalty program.

What is the best time to go to Iowa?

Iowa is an exciting year-round vacation destination, but the most popular months are May, July and August. If you're a fan of warmer weather, consider traveling during the summer months. Like most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season kicks off June 20. Temperatures normally float between 65 ºF and 80 ºF during the day.

Travel tips for Iowa

Iowa has lots of awesome attractions and Disneyland® is one of them. Pick up the keys to a car rental and head there at your leisure.
Des Moines offers plenty of exciting experiences and is a top place to kick off your vacation. Whether your scene is museums, food, art or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

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Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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