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 $55 One Way, $90 Round Trip

$90 return flights and $55 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.

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

LAS

Las Vegas

OMA

Omaha

$90

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30

LAS

Las Vegas

DSM

Des Moines

$90

Roundtrip

just found

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12

LAS

Las Vegas

FSD

Sioux Falls

$94

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17

AZA

Mesa

FSD

Sioux Falls

$100

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

AZA

Mesa

DSM

Des Moines

$102

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Dec 6

AZA

Mesa

OMA

Omaha

$109

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

BWI

Baltimore

CID

Cedar Rapids

$231

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

BWI

Baltimore

CID

Cedar Rapids

$231

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

BWI

Baltimore

OMA

Omaha

$283

Roundtrip

found 16 hours ago

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

CAK

Akron

MLI

Moline

$306

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4

BWI

Baltimore

RST

Rochester

$313

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

CAK

Akron

DSM

Des Moines

$316

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Sioux Falls	July 31 to August 3	$195
DEN	Cedar Rapids	August 2 to August 8	$239
DEN	Omaha	August 2 to August 4	$247
DEN	Des Moines	July 31 to August 5	$315
DFW	Sioux City	August 1 to August 8	$316
DAL	Omaha	August 1 to August 12	$319
DFW	Cedar Rapids	August 2 to August 11	$329
DEN	Rochester	August 1 to August 2	$336
DEN	Moline	July 31 to August 3	$364
DFW	La Crosse	July 31 to August 1	$447
DFW	Des Moines	July 31 to August 1	$501
LAX	Cedar Rapids	August 2 to August 6	$538
LAX	La Crosse	August 1 to August 16	$595
LAX	Des Moines	July 31 to August 2	$626
DFW	Moline	July 31 to August 2	$687

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

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$65 nightly

$72 total

Jul 26 - Jul 27

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! (967 reviews)

"Good stay staf was helfull"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$54 nightly

$60 total

Aug 4 - Aug 5

Total with taxes and fees

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Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W. Cedar Rapids IA

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$105 nightly

$118 total

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Total with taxes and fees

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6.8/10 (1,135 reviews)

"The place was a dump. Nothing was clean or maintained. Kinda remindned me of srmtay in a hostel in a third world country. The price wasnt cheap either, with all the constuction in the area . theyre really milking what they got."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2141 S 35th Street Council Bluffs IA

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$70 nightly

$79 total

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Total with taxes and fees

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Our Top Iowa Apartment Hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

201 E. Locust Street Des Moines IA

Fully refundable

$94 nightly

$106 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total with taxes and fees

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

"The hotel is in a good location. However, the breakfast has very few options and is bad quality. The bathroom need to have more amenities and the TV could have more channels that we don't have to pay for ."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street West Des Moines IA

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$107 nightly

$120 total

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Total with taxes and fees

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne Cedar Rapids IA

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$156 nightly

$179 total

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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! (224 reviews)

"Very clean and everything was in good order. Enjoyed the weekend and will try to make it back again. Thanks Mike"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA

$76 nightly

$85 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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 (954 reviews)

"Switched room 3 times for working air conditioning was late to concert. Gave a free night but then experienced Luke warm hot tub filled with spit bubbles & water did not seem up to par in the pool."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

3619 9th Ave Council Bluffs IA

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$80 nightly

$90 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Total with taxes and fees

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Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

777 Isle of Capri Blvd Waterloo IA

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$81 nightly

$91 total

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)

"Great place to stay and play!!"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA

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$144 nightly

$161 total

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,229 reviews)

"Great location, friendly staff. The food at the hotel restaurants are extremely delicious and prices are very affordable. Would stay there again"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 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

$129 nightly

$144 total

Jul 28 - Jul 29

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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,231 reviews)

"The whole theme and the decor was very cute. Maybe cute is not quite the right word, but it was spot-on, unique. I enjoyed my stay very much."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 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 Lake Alvin Recreation Area and Lake Alvin Beach are ...

10/10 Exceptional! (398 reviews)

"What a cool location and property! We loved everything about it."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA

$76 nightly

$85 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total with taxes and fees

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5.8/10 (954 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Switched room 3 times for working air conditioning was late to concert. Gave a free night but then experienced Luke warm hot tub filled with spit bubbles & water did not seem up to par in the pool."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$54 nightly

$60 total

Aug 4 - Aug 5

Total with taxes and fees

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Iowa

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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 $90 and $687 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $55, departing from Las Vegas (LAS).

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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.
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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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