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$42+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Iowa

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ORD — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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3 stars

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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From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Iowa
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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.
Sun 3/238:25 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 40mSouthern / Mokulele
Sun 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.
Fri 3/146:30 amORD - DSM
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Sun 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.
Sun 4/65:00 pmORD - MLI
Nonstop0h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/136:30 pmMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$179
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Thu 3/134:24 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/176:16 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$189
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Thu 4/38:30 amORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/47:45 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192
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Wed 4/27:30 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 4/96:50 amOMA - ORD
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$195
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Thu 5/19:09 amORD - DSM
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/41:27 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$196
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Tue 3/116:15 amORD - OMA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 3/1810:55 amOMA - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197
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Fri 3/78:40 pmORD - SUX
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1110:00 amSUX - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$204
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Thu 3/136:15 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Mon 3/175:00 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/20$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/2912:40 pmORD - DSM
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sat 5/38:30 amDSM - ORD
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$219
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Thu 4/38:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/711:32 amOMA - ORD
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$220

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O'Hare Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

6:40 am-7:19 pm

1 stop12h 39m

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

8:17 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$150

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/23

8:25 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Burlington

Sun 3/30

10:30 am-8:52 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$155

ChicagoMoline

ORD - MLI

ORDMLI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

5:00 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/13

6:30 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

4:24 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

6:16 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$189

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

8:30 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/4

7:45 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$192

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

6:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$195

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

9:09 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

1:27 pm-7:40 am

1 stop18h 13m

$196

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

6:15 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/18

10:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$197

ChicagoSioux City

ORD - SUX

ORDSUX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

8:40 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Tue 3/11

10:00 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$204

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

6:15 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

5:00 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$209

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Travel insights for flights from O'Hare Intl to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from ORD 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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Iowa, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa are Southern / Mokulele ($42), Frontier ($65), and United Airlines ($89).

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  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Iowa

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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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