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$118+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa City, IA

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WAS — CID
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City are usually found in February or November, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$232
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$118
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$522
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 December 22, 2024.

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.
Fri 12/2711:52 amBWI - CID
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/305:00 amCID - BWI
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/287:04 amDCA - CID
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/316:25 pmCID - DCA
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$445
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Tue 12/243:25 pmDCA - CID
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Wed 12/254:18 pmCID - DCA
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/21$452
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Sun 12/297:00 amDCA - CID
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Mon 12/309:29 pmCID - DCA
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$483
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Wed 12/2510:30 amDCA - CID
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/285:00 amCID - DCA
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$522
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.
Mon 12/2312:30 pmBWI - CID
2 stops10h 55mDelta
Mon 12/305:49 amCID - BWI
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 12/22$548
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Sun 12/295:29 pmIAD - CID
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/35:00 amCID - IAD
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$558
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Wed 12/253:10 pmIAD - CID
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Fri 12/276:28 amCID - IAD
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/22$598
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Sat 12/2810:30 pmIAD - CID
2 stops19h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/111:30 amCID - IAD
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$708
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Mon 12/2312:45 pmIAD - CID
3 stops30h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:35 pmCID - IAD
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$801
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Thu 12/265:16 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/273:16 pmCID - BWI
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$814
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Thu 12/266:55 amBWI - CID
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/295:46 pmCID - BWI
2 stops28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$939

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/5

7:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/6

9:29 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop23h 27m

$232

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

10:08 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/18

12:17 pm-3:39 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$243

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/9

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop6h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/12

6:38 am-2:04 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$253

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

5:40 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops6h 07m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/18

4:19 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$267

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/9

8:00 am-9:21 am

2 stops26h 21m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/12

5:52 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops24h 23m

$318

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/11

5:57 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/18

2:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$357

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/18

6:05 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/22

12:37 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$404

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/3

10:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/7

5:33 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$442

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/18

5:46 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/22

7:22 am-12:29 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$472

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/9

8:35 am-9:32 pm

2 stops13h 57m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/12

5:32 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$527

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

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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 December 20, 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 $305). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 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 December 22, 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 December 16, 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. Tuesday 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 December 22, 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 December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, American Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8,594 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.1
Okay
3,472 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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

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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 $118 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $122 and Delta from $131 one-way.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

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

  • 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 $305). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$124Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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