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$125+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Iowa City, IA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CID
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Iowa City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Iowa City (IO9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(American Airlines)

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April

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February

Average price

$279
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Iowa City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:20 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/3011:30 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$504
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/234:21 pmORD - CID
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/306:00 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$514
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:04 pmMDW - CID
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Fri 1/36:28 amCID - MDW
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/22$523
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:50 pmORD - CID
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Wed 12/254:18 pmCID - ORD
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/22$568
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Fri 12/279:54 pmORD - CID
2 stops21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/37:05 pmCID - ORD
3 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$952

Find flights from Chicago to Iowa City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Iowa City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

9:31 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/10

6:00 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$249

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/12

4:19 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$268

ChicagoCedar Rapids

MDW - CID

MDWCID

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/5

10:19 am-3:32 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/12

6:38 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$268

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

7:45 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 2/21

5:34 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$309

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

10:39 pm-11:26 am

1 stop12h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/18

6:23 pm-10:35 am

2 stops16h 12m

$357

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

11:12 am-11:58 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/19

4:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$832

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/23

3:05 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$125

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/20

10:10 am-3:36 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$134

ChicagoCedar Rapids

MDW - CID

MDWCID

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/17

6:59 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$134

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/20

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$155

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Deals found on 12/22

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Iowa City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Iowa City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City (average of $305). Flying from Chicago to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $418). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to IO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Iowa City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Iowa City flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa City

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to IO9 are scheduled on a Sunday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Iowa City by month

Plan your trip to Iowa City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa City ranges from 0.9 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa City when rainfall is around 0.9 in.

Temperature in Iowa City by month

Plan your trip to Iowa City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Iowa City. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Iowa City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Iowa City one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Iowa City are American Airlines ($125), Delta ($134), and United Airlines ($155).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Iowa City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Iowa City consider choosing Air Wisconsin (93%), Republic Airways (86%) or Alaska Airlines (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa City?

    On average you can expect to pay $232 for a flight from Chicago to Iowa City. The cheapest flight overall is $104 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cedar Rapids) is currently priced at $249.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Iowa City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Iowa City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Iowa City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Iowa City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Iowa City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Iowa City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City (average of $305). Flying from Chicago to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $418). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Iowa City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Iowa City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$78Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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