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 $34 One Way, $68 Round Trip

$68 return flights and $34 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.

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

DEN

Denver

OMA

Omaha

$68

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10

LAS

Las Vegas

DSM

Des Moines

$90

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12

LAS

Las Vegas

FSD

Sioux Falls

$94

Roundtrip

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Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21

LAS

Las Vegas

OMA

Omaha

$96

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22

LAS

Las Vegas

CID

Cedar Rapids

$120

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 4

LAS

Las Vegas

MLI

Moline

$150

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

DEN

Denver

DSM

Des Moines

$151

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21

PHX

Phoenix

OMA

Omaha

$168

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

DEN

Denver

FSD

Sioux Falls

$168

Roundtrip

found 13 hours ago

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

IAH

Houston

OMA

Omaha

$226

Roundtrip

found 21 hours ago

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

DEN

Denver

SUX

Sioux City

$237

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

PHX

Phoenix

FSD

Sioux Falls

$255

Roundtrip

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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Sioux Falls	September 4 to September 7	$284
PHX	Omaha	September 6 to September 9	$303
DFW	Omaha	September 6 to September 7	$345
LAX	Des Moines	September 4 to September 8	$434
LAX	Omaha	September 6 to September 11	$437
DEN	Omaha	September 4 to September 6	$444
DEN	Des Moines	September 4 to September 7	$454
DEN	Moline	September 4 to September 7	$469
LAX	Sioux Falls	September 4 to September 11	$470
PHX	Sioux Falls	September 4 to September 7	$491
BOS	Cedar Rapids	September 4 to September 7	$495
DFW	Cedar Rapids	September 5 to September 9	$513
DFW	Des Moines	September 4 to September 9	$532
DFW	Sioux Falls	September 4 to September 7	$590
PHX	Moline	September 5 to September 8	$621

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Iowa Accommodation Deals

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

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$59 nightly

$67 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$55 nightly

$62 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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 (1,002 reviews)

"Love this place to just get away for a day or 2 and love the fact it's kinda tucked away from the mainstreets and have big rooms. Plenty of space for activities ;). And they dont question you or anything. Just respect the place and they respect you. I'll be staying there again soon. And Romantix ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W. Cedar Rapids IA

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$88 nightly

$99 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

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6.6/10 (1,107 reviews)

"For a cheap place it was great!"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 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

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

$114 nightly

$128 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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! (1,000 reviews)

"The Staybridge Suites was easy to find and conveniently located between downtown Des Moines and the Iowa State Capitol. Check-in was friendly and efficient. Parking was available in the multi-storey car park next door for $20 per night. My room was a good size, with modern décor and a useful kitchenette ..."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street West Des Moines IA

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$103 nightly

$115 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 ...

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne Cedar Rapids IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$158 nightly

$182 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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! (758 reviews)

"Clean, organized, helpful staff, all appliances in well working order."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 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! (225 reviews)

"Great location for weekend at the lake. The front and back deck were wonderful and spacious. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

1111 Dodge St Dubuque IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$54 nightly

$60 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$90 nightly

$101 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,376 reviews)

"Definitely our go to hotel in Ames!"

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA

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$130 nightly

$146 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

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$63 nightly

$71 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

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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

$109 nightly

$122 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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! (1,217 reviews)

"Stayed for one night and this would be our choice among many choices to stay again if we were to head this way again. Very helpful staff, and very nice amenities"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

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

Larchwood IA

Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table.

10/10 Exceptional! (405 reviews)

"Love this property! Third time staying. It’s peaceful, spacious, comfortable, and well stocked. Lots of towels, bedding, fans, kitchen supplies, etc. The views are so pretty. Host is super responsive."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$71 nightly

$80 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

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

5.8/10 (1,050 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"We’ve stayed here a number of times over the last 15 years. It’s definitely showing it age in some places. The pool area hasn’t changed at all. Parts of the pirate ship showing wear, hot tub desperately needs recoated inside. Paint is peeling & the water was far from pristine. Exterior room doors ..."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$55 nightly

$62 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

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5.8/10 (1,002 reviews)

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

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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 $68 and $621 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $34, departing from Denver (DEN).

How to book the cheapest flight to Iowa?

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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.
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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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