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$99+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — DSM
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$218
(Frontier)

One-way from

$99
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less
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From Detroit (DTT) to Iowa
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Iowa.

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:00 amDTW - OMA
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Sun 6/17:51 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop14h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/55:10 amDTW - DSM
2 stops18h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/95:19 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$236
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1610:20 amDTW - CID
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:58 pmCID - DTW
2 stops35h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 5/2011:17 amDTW - DSM
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/272:20 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/138:40 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1611:41 amOMA - DTW
1 stop30h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:20 amDTW - OMA
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Wed 5/2110:45 amOMA - DTW
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/103:55 pmDTW - OMA
Nonstop2h 05mDelta
Tue 6/175:24 pmOMA - DTW
Nonstop2h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/21$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 8/286:46 amDTW - CID
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:11 amCID - DTW
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:30 amDTW - SUX
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1110:10 amSUX - DTW
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/214:05 pmDTW - DSM
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Wed 5/285:40 amDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:00 amDTW - OMA
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/306:00 amOMA - DTW
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$319
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Wed 6/47:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop15h 06mDelta
Mon 6/96:10 amDSM - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/21$343

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-7:07 pm

1 stop14h 07m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 6/1

7:51 pm-10:51 am

1 stop14h 00m

$218

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/5

5:10 am-10:37 pm

2 stops18h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

5:19 pm-9:36 am

1 stop15h 17m

$236

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

10:20 am-6:08 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/19

6:58 pm-7:35 am

2 stops35h 37m

$249

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

11:17 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

2:20 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 09m

$270

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/13

8:40 pm-10:43 am

1 stop15h 03m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/16

11:41 am-6:54 pm

1 stop30h 13m

$279

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

6:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/21

10:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$293

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

3:55 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/17

5:24 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$299

DetroitSioux City

DTW - SUX

DTWSUX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

8:30 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Sun 5/11

10:10 am-4:53 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$314

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/21

4:05 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

5:40 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 00m

$315

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 26m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Iowa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to USIA are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 April 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to Iowa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Iowa?

    Located just 0.6 mi from the city center, Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Iowa from Detroit.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $147 and $200 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Aeromexico (94%), Virgin Atlantic (84%) or Delta (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Iowa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Iowa?

    While on average a flight from Detroit to Iowa is generally $484, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $359. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Omaha Eppley Airfield), you can expect to pay $293 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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