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$99+ Cheap flights from Maryland 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$190
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$99
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$599
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Cheapest flights from Maryland to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/257:00 amPHL - DSM
1 stop17h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/281:31 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop9h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/35:55 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/67:11 amCID - BWI
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:58 pmBWI - CID
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Sun 4/278:14 pmCID - BWI
1 stop19h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$206
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/256:00 pmDCA - CID
1 stop26h 14mFrontier
Sun 4/278:14 pmCID - DCA
1 stop14h 55mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$206
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 4/176:41 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/186:47 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/255:49 pmPHL - OMA
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Mon 4/285:48 pmOMA - PHL
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 3/30$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/146:40 amPHL - DSM
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Fri 4/188:17 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 5/256:15 amBWI - CID
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Fri 5/304:11 pmCID - BWI
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/30$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 7/275:55 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Fri 8/16:30 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/30$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/146:40 amPHL - OMA
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Fri 4/183:44 pmOMA - PHL
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 9/57:10 amPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sun 9/76:10 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sun 8/176:30 pmPHL - OMA
Nonstop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/221:40 pmOMA - PHL
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/29$257

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Maryland

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 4/25

7:00 am-11:13 pm

1 stop17h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

1:31 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 38m

$190

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/3

5:55 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/6

7:11 am-12:59 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$199

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/25

5:58 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop26h 16m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/27

8:14 pm-4:58 pm

1 stop19h 44m

$206

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/25

6:00 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop26h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/27

8:14 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$206

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 4/17

6:41 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 56m

Des Moines

Fri 4/18

6:47 pm-12:39 am

1 stop4h 52m

$209

PhiladelphiaOmaha

PHL - OMA

PHLOMA

Philadelphia

Fri 4/25

5:49 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/28

5:48 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$217

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Mon 4/14

6:40 am-7:19 pm

1 stop13h 39m

Des Moines

Fri 4/18

8:17 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 14m

$218

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-11:17 am

1 stop6h 02m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/30

4:11 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$237

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Sun 7/27

5:55 am-10:14 am

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Fri 8/1

6:30 pm-12:27 am

1 stop4h 57m

$237

PhiladelphiaOmaha

PHL - OMA

PHLOMA

Philadelphia

Mon 4/14

6:40 am-3:11 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/18

3:44 pm-5:31 am

1 stop12h 47m

$238

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to Iowa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland 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 March 31, 2025.

When flying from Maryland 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 March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Maryland to Iowa, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maryland 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 $99 and $109 on Allegiant Air and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Maryland 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 4 airlines flying from Maryland to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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