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$53+ Cheap flights from Kentucky to Iowa

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SDF — DSM
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to Iowa

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$53
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$452
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From Kentucky to Iowa
One-way flight from Kentucky to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/268:56 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/296:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 34mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/23$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/611:35 amBNA - CID
Nonstop1h 37mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/232:02 pmCID - BNA
Nonstop1h 28mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/23$82
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 6/48:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/66:30 amDSM - BNA
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 5/248:27 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:27 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$199
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.
Thu 6/125:35 pmBNA - CID
2 stops24h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/162:02 pmCID - BNA
Nonstop1h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$205
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.
Fri 5/306:05 amCVG - DSM
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
Fri 6/68:38 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop27h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/296:18 amCVG - CID
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Sun 6/15:30 amCID - CVG
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/23$214
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/202:13 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop26h 14mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/2212:19 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop18h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/23$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/65:53 pmBNA - CID
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/237:55 pmCID - BNA
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/76:05 pmBNA - CID
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Sun 5/1111:57 amCID - BNA
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/23$239
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.
Sun 5/257:30 amCVG - OMA
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/265:59 pmOMA - CVG
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/235:56 pmCVG - CID
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/308:05 amCID - CVG
1 stop4h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$244

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Kentucky

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/26

8:56 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 6/29

6:32 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$78

NashvilleCedar Rapids

BNA - CID

BNACID

Nashville Intl

Fri 6/6

11:35 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/23

2:02 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$82

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Wed 6/4

8:00 am-9:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

6:30 am-9:45 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$188

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

8:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

5:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$199

NashvilleCedar Rapids

BNA - CID

BNACID

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/12

5:35 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops24h 39m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/16

2:02 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$205

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/30

6:05 am-7:35 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

8:38 pm-12:54 am

1 stop27h 16m

$213

CincinnatiCedar Rapids

CVG - CID

CVGCID

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/29

6:18 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 59m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/1

5:30 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$214

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 6/20

2:13 pm-3:27 pm

1 stop26h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 6/22

12:19 pm-8:14 am

1 stop18h 55m

$224

NashvilleCedar Rapids

BNA - CID

BNACID

Nashville Intl

Fri 6/6

5:53 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/23

7:55 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop3h 53m

$229

NashvilleCedar Rapids

BNA - CID

BNACID

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/7

6:05 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/10

5:55 am-10:33 am

1 stop4h 38m

$239

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to Iowa

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kentucky 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 April 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Kentucky to Iowa to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kentucky to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $53. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Kentucky to Iowa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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