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$152+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — DSM
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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$152
(Southwest)
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/255:36 pmMCI - MLI
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/276:30 pmMLI - MCI
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 4/193:29 pmMCI - MLI
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/233:50 pmMLI - MCI
1 stop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/56:10 amMCI - OMA
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Mon 5/124:10 pmOMA - MCI
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/185:36 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop20h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/225:43 amDSM - MCI
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/84:06 pmMCI - LSE
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1111:50 amLSE - MCI
1 stop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 4/187:45 amMCI - DSM
1 stop14h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/226:47 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop27h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$505
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 4/45:30 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Thu 4/103:40 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$587
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 4/186:45 pmMCI - OMA
1 stop15h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/221:40 pmOMA - MCI
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$588
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/45:30 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/107:00 amDSM - MCI
3 stops32h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$986

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Iowa that are best for you.

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Kansas City

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityMoline

MCI - MLI

MCIMLI

Kansas City

Fri 4/25

5:36 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/27

6:30 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$264

Kansas CityMoline

MCI - MLI

MCIMLI

Kansas City

Sat 4/19

3:29 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 4/23

3:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$274

Kansas CityOmaha

MCI - OMA

MCIOMA

Kansas City

Mon 5/5

6:10 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/12

4:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$339

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 4/18

5:36 pm-2:33 pm

1 stop20h 57m

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

5:43 am-4:53 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$385

Kansas CityLa Crosse

MCI - LSE

MCILSE

Kansas City

Thu 5/8

4:06 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop6h 00m

La Crosse

Sun 5/11

11:50 am-3:36 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$468

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 4/18

7:45 am-9:52 pm

1 stop14h 07m

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

6:47 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop27h 13m

$505

Kansas CityOmaha

MCI - OMA

MCIOMA

Kansas City

Fri 4/18

6:45 pm-10:27 am

1 stop15h 42m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/22

1:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$588

Kansas CityOmaha

MCI - OMA

MCIOMA

Kansas City

Tue 4/29

3:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$152

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Wed 5/7

1:55 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$207

Kansas CityOmaha

MCI - OMA

MCIOMA

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

5:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop40h 10m

$220

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Iowa

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MCI to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 4, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City 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 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City to Iowa, such as Southwest, United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City (MCI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Iowa from Kansas City.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas City to Iowa are Southwest ($152), United Airlines ($207), and American Airlines ($220).

  • What are the most popular routes from Kansas City to Iowa?

    The most popular route from Kansas City to Iowa is Kansas City - Des Moines. You may also consider Kansas City - Moline Quad-City or Kansas City - Omaha Eppley Airfield.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Iowa?

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Kansas City 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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