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Ames

Ames

Cheap flights to Story County from $47 One Way, $80 Round Trip

$80 return flights and $47 one-way flights to Story County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 15
BNA
Nashville
DSM
Des Moines
$80 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from Nashville to Des Moines, returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $80 found 5 days ago
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 24
AUS
Austin
DSM
Des Moines
$88 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Jan 14 from Austin to Des Moines, returning Sun, Jan 24, priced at $88 found 1 day ago
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$90 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Jan 8 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Sun, Jan 10, priced at $90 found 16 hours ago
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1
PHL
Philadelphia
DSM
Des Moines
$98 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Philadelphia to Des Moines, returning Sun, Nov 1, priced at $98 found 1 day ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
RSW
Fort Myers
DSM
Des Moines
$103 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Mon, Dec 7 from Fort Myers to Des Moines, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $103 found 17 hours ago
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
PIE
St. Petersburg
DSM
Des Moines
$113 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Jan 8 from St. Petersburg to Des Moines, returning Mon, Jan 11, priced at $113 found 2 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AZADes MoinesOctober 17 to October 30$230
EWRDes MoinesOctober 17 to October 19$523
DFWDes MoinesOctober 17 to October 19$554
ORDDes MoinesOctober 17 to October 18$567
SEADes MoinesOctober 18 to October 23$734
DENDes MoinesOctober 17 to October 18$797
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Story County Accommodation Deals

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3 out of 5
2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$92 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 ...
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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2500 University Blvd. Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$86 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$97 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
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Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

2 out of 5
1400 S Dayton Place Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$63 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$70 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was very clean and spacious. The bed was very comfortable. I really liked having a 50" inch smart tv which allowed me to watch all my shows on my apps. My room had a sleeper sofa and coffee table which were nice additions as well as having a mini fridge and microwave. The breakfast was nice ..."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

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Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

3 out of 5
1325 Dickinson Ave Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$113 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Ames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Mini Van

Chrysler Pacifica
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Chrysler Pacifica

$65

$265 total
found 1 day ago
Mini Van Chrysler Pacifica

Special

Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger

$69

$281 total
found 1 day ago
Special Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger

Standard Van

Honda Odyssey
  • 8 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Honda Odyssey

$71

$289 total
found 1 day ago
Standard Van Honda Odyssey

Economy

Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Mitsubishi Mirage

$72

$291 total
found 1 day ago
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Story County?
There are 12 airlines that venture to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). With this many options, there's a great chance you'll find a low-cost flight! Your Story County getaway awaits with one of these leading air carriers:

  • United Airlines - 166 flights to Story County per month
  • Delta - 140 flights to Story County per month
  • American Airlines - 102 flights to Story County per month

How much is a flight to Story County?
Prices for return flights started as low as $80 this week to Story County, and went as high as $797. Some lucky passengers journeying out of Fort Myers (RSW) managed to secure one-way flights starting at just $47.
How to book the cheapest flight to Story County?
Landing cheap flights to Story County is as simple as booking your ticket with Orbitz. But if you'd love to make sure you're grabbing the best flight deals around, here are some suggestions to keep your wallet happy:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at nearby airports to save money. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then click on the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will show you any available options.
  • Similarly, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to view the prices on days either side of your selected departure. You may be able to pick up cheaper flight deals if you're flexible with your dates.
  • To fine tune your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on seating class, airlines, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also choose your preferred flight times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Once you've figured out your travel dates, don't wait to book. Airfares usually increase as the departure date gets closer.
  • Consider bundling your hotels, flights and car rentals into a package deal — the more you book, the more you save.
  • If you can, avoid traveling in the busy season. Airfares usually surge during summer, school breaks and other vacation periods like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

What is the best time to book a flight to Story County?
Snap up a bargain and book your seats to Story County in January. If you've missed this month, don't stress. February and August often have affordable airfares too. Be careful not to sleep on a sale though — cheap flights pop up and vanish in an instant!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Story County?
If you're after low-cost fares to Story County, the best days to book are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. With Orbitz (and a bit of good timing!), a fabulous flight deal will be all yours.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Story County?
Based on Orbitz data from 2020, Monday tends to be the best day to score cheap flights to Story County. Tuesday also has more affordable airfares, while Saturday has the highest ticket prices. Even though leaving at the weekend can be more suitable, you'll have more cash in your pocket to play with if you take off early in the week.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Story County?
If you're flexible with your travel plans, consider jetting off sometime in August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally the best month to take a trip if you want cheap flights to Story County. As you would imagine, airfares rise in the busy month of June and flights fill up quickly.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it a piece of cake to find airlines offering fare flexibility. Simply choose "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your Story County flights and voila! We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking, no change fees and of course, the very best price.
What do I need for the flight to Story County?
There's nothing more exciting than flying someplace new, but it pays to be prepared. The following top tips will help get your journey off to a good start:

  • Whether you print it out or use an electronic one, you'll need your boarding pass to get on to the plane. You'll also need some type of government-issued ID. If you're flying internationally, make sure your passport is valid.
  • Take some activities to pass the time on your journey to Story County. Magazines and devices like tablets and e-readers will do the trick. Make sure you take a refillable water bottle too. Even on a short flight, it's important to keep well-hydrated.
  • It can get cold on the plane. If you don't like the thought of shivering your way through the flight, pack an extra layer.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Story County?
Savvy travelers have mastered the art of finding business or first-class airfares to Story County without the hefty price tag. You can do the same with these practical tips:

  • Be flexible with your travel dates and wait for big sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • A lot of budget airlines nowadays have quality business-class seating that doesn't cost the earth.
  • Take advantage of your airline's customer loyalty program and use points to upgrade your seat. You can also bid for an upgrade in an online auction.

What is the best time to go to Story County?
Story County is a fantastic getaway destination year-round, but the most popular months to visit are March, July and August. If you're a fan of warm weather, consider traveling in summertime. Like most destinations in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season kicks off June 20. At this time, temperatures normally hover between 65 ºF and 80 ºF during the daytime.

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.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.