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$85+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Iowa

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Iowa

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$193
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$85
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$353
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Cheapest flights from Alabama to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/15:45 amATL - DSM
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/41:27 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop18h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:40 pmATL - CID
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:58 pmCID - ATL
1 stop22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/249:28 pmATL - DSM
1 stop22h 09mFrontier
Mon 4/287:27 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop8h 54mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/2912:33 pmATL - OMA
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/63:28 pmOMA - ATL
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/2311:17 amPNS - MLI
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/275:12 amMLI - PNS
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/195:46 pmPNS - MLI
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Sun 4/205:50 amMLI - PNS
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/1$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/87:11 amATL - OMA
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Sun 5/119:02 pmOMA - ATL
1 stop16h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/75:00 amATL - OMA
2 stops7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/105:00 amOMA - ATL
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 4/166:45 amCHA - OMA
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/203:28 pmOMA - CHA
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/255:23 pmHSV - OMA
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Sun 4/275:25 amOMA - HSV
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/1$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/105:40 amHSV - OMA
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/133:10 pmOMA - HSV
2 stops8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$254
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Sat 4/2612:40 pmATL - OMA
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Sat 5/31:00 pmOMA - ATL
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$255

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to Iowa 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Iowa that are best for you.

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Alabama

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Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/1

5:45 am-2:58 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

1:27 pm-8:28 am

1 stop18h 01m

$193

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/16

12:40 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/19

6:58 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop22h 13m

$196

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/24

9:28 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop22h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

7:27 pm-5:21 am

1 stop8h 54m

$200

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/29

12:33 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

3:28 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$201

PensacolaMoline

PNS - MLI

PNSMLI

Pensacola

Wed 4/23

11:17 am-3:56 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/27

5:12 am-10:32 am

1 stop5h 20m

$224

PensacolaMoline

PNS - MLI

PNSMLI

Pensacola

Sat 4/19

5:46 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/20

5:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 55m

$229

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/8

7:11 am-8:02 pm

1 stop13h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/11

9:02 pm-2:33 pm

1 stop16h 31m

$229

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/7

5:00 am-11:53 am

2 stops7h 53m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/10

5:00 am-3:21 pm

2 stops9h 21m

$233

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 4/16

6:45 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 42m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/20

3:28 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$244

HuntsvilleOmaha

HSV - OMA

HSVOMA

Huntsville

Fri 4/25

5:23 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/27

5:25 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 02m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Alabama to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Alabama to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 AL to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 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 when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Alabama to Iowa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alabama to Iowa. 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 Alabama to Iowa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $101 and $106 on United Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Alabama to Iowa?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Alabama to Iowa 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 Alabama to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Alabama to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 2 airlines flying from Alabama to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to Iowa. 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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