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$42+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Iowa

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CHI — DSM
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$84
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$42
(SmartFares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$466

Good round-trip deal

$127 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/238:25 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 40mSouthern / Mokulele
dom. 3/3010:30 amBRL - ORD
2 stops10h 22mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 2/20$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
vie. 3/146:30 amORD - DSM
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
dom. 3/237:02 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$170
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dom. 4/65:00 pmORD - MLI
Nonstop0h 58mAmerican Airlines
dom. 4/136:30 pmMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$179
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jue. 3/612:45 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop29h 12mFrontier
dom. 3/98:35 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/211:45 amMDW - OMA
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
mié. 4/92:15 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$186
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jue. 3/134:24 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
lun. 3/176:16 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jue. 4/38:30 amORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
vie. 4/47:45 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/27:30 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
mié. 4/96:50 amOMA - ORD
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$195
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jue. 5/19:09 amORD - DSM
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/41:27 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$196
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mié. 4/163:02 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop6h 00mDelta
mar. 4/2210:53 amOMA - MDW
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 3/116:15 amORD - OMA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
mar. 3/1810:55 amOMA - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197
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vie. 3/78:40 pmORD - SUX
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
mar. 3/1110:00 amSUX - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$204

Find flights from Chicago to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Chicago

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 4/7

6:40 am-7:19 pm

1 stop12h 39m

Des Moines

vie. 4/11

8:17 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$150

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 3/23

8:25 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Burlington

dom. 3/30

10:30 am-8:52 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$155

ChicagoMoline

ORD - MLI

ORDMLI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/6

5:00 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

Moline Quad-City

dom. 4/13

6:30 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

jue. 3/6

12:45 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop29h 12m

Des Moines

dom. 3/9

8:35 pm-12:17 am

1 stop27h 42m

$180

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

mié. 4/2

11:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 4/9

2:15 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$186

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/13

4:24 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Des Moines

lun. 3/17

6:16 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$189

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/3

8:30 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

vie. 4/4

7:45 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$192

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/2

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 4/9

6:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$195

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/1

9:09 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Des Moines

dom. 5/4

1:27 pm-7:40 am

1 stop18h 13m

$196

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

mié. 4/16

3:02 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mar. 4/22

10:53 am-2:22 pm

1 stop3h 29m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Iowa

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 febrero 20, 2025.

When flying from Chicago 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.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa. 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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USIA are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 febrero 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southern / Mokulele, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $42. Frontier flights start at $65 while deals on Southwest start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Iowa?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines or Chicago Midway - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Iowa.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Iowa are Piedmont Airlines (100%), ANA (84%) and United Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Iowa is $94. On average you can expect to pay $294. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield), can usually be booked for $174.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$76Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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