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$104+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa City, IA

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WAS — CID
Nov 18 — Nov 251
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City are usually found in February or December, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 November 13, 2024.

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$213
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$104
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa City
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa City

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 12/45:26 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/73:00 pmCID - BWI
2 stops8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 12/44:42 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Sat 12/77:00 amCID - BWI
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/12$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Tue 12/178:22 amDCA - CID
Nonstop2h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2412:29 pmCID - DCA
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/178:20 amIAD - CID
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/245:25 pmCID - IAD
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1710:10 amBWI - CID
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/248:00 amCID - BWI
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/197:00 amDCA - CID
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Tue 12/312:30 pmCID - DCA
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Wed 11/203:11 pmIAD - CID
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Sun 11/245:27 amCID - IAD
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Deal found 11/13$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 11/164:10 pmDCA - CID
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Sun 11/245:27 amCID - DCA
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/13$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:00 pmDCA - CID
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/15:25 pmCID - DCA
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$362
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Thu 11/149:24 pmBWI - CID
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
Sun 11/178:39 pmCID - BWI
1 stop16h 17mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/145:28 pmIAD - CID
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/265:00 amCID - IAD
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$412
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Thu 12/198:54 amBWI - CID
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/295:46 pmCID - BWI
2 stops28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$573

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2024.

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BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/4

5:26 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/7

3:00 pm-12:28 am

2 stops8h 28m

$213

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/4

4:42 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/7

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$246

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/17

8:22 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/24

12:29 pm-3:47 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$273

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/17

5:20 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/24

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$292

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/17

10:10 am-2:14 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/24

8:00 am-1:36 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$298

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/19

7:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/31

2:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$303

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/19

6:15 am-11:29 am

1 stop6h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 3/22

12:55 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$355

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/24

5:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/31

6:28 am-4:47 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$357

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/24

6:00 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/31

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$362

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/14

5:28 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 12/26

5:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$412

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City (average of $308). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 WAS to IO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 13, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Iowa City flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 13, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to IO9 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 November 13, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
8,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,189 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.1
Okay
3,550 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $104 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $123 and Frontier from $124 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City (average of $308). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$124Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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