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$53+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DSM
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Mon 12/97:15 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$124
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/129:46 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/1511:43 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/238:20 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/36:37 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$195
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/208:35 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 11/215:30 amOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/89:50 amORD - MCW
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/97:17 pmMCW - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$202
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 12/1210:10 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sat 12/146:35 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/30$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/132:15 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Sun 12/156:35 amDSM - MDW
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/30$208
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/206:17 amORD - OMA
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Thu 11/216:20 amOMA - ORD
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/30$214
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/154:09 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Tue 11/192:20 pmOMA - STL
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/309:25 amORD - CID
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/65:30 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/65:10 amORD - OMA
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/95:40 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/96:20 amMDW - DSM
2 stops5h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/94:10 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$238

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/18

10:29 am-6:06 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$53

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/23

7:50 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$98

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/4

7:59 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$98

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/16

7:15 am-1:06 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$54

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/24

9:15 pm-11:37 am

1 stop14h 22m

$109

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/8

9:14 am-4:46 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$112

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/26

9:25 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$115

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/18

4:09 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$54

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/3

6:17 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 06m

$124

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/14

10:57 am-6:56 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$57

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 October 31, 2024.

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

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 October 31, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Iowa, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, American Airlines and Southwest. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Iowa for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Iowa for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $118, but on average you can expect to pay $207.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to Iowa for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 11 direct flights from Illinois to Iowa under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to Iowa is less than $245.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Iowa for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Illinois to Iowa within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Illinois to Iowa?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Illinois to Iowa on average per day?

    On average 83 flights depart from Illinois to Iowa per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 11% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 71% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 18% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Iowa?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Iowa can take about 1h 21m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $118. The distance between Illinois and Iowa is about 299 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $53 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $98 and United Airlines from $98 one-way.

  • What does ORD to DSM mean?

    ORD and DSM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to DSM refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport. Cedar Rapids Airport (CID), Sioux City Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX), Waterloo Airport (ALO), Dubuque Airport (DBQ), Mason City Airport (MCW) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Iowa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Iowa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to Iowa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Iowa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Iowa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Iowa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Iowa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Iowa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Iowa flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Iowa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$78Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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