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$89+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — DSM
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$636

Good round-trip deal

$409 or less

Good one-way deal

$254 or less
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/158:20 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/228:05 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/252:46 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/314:30 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/1610:15 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/235:32 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/3012:40 pmORD - DSM
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Wed 5/76:40 amDSM - ORD
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 8/155:25 amMDW - DSM
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Sun 8/176:10 amDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/125:20 pmORD - DSM
1 stop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/194:43 pmDSM - ORD
2 stops30h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$216
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Mon 4/146:45 amMDW - OMA
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Mon 4/214:01 pmOMA - MDW
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/308:00 amMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 6/34:00 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/245:05 pmORD - DSM
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Sun 4/276:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/31$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/156:35 amORD - CID
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Sat 4/196:40 amCID - ORD
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Deal found 3/31$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2410:20 amMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Sun 4/276:30 amDSM - MDW
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/31$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/248:44 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/295:00 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$230

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Iowa that are best for you.

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ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

8:20 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 5/22

8:05 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$179

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

2:46 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/31

4:30 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$180

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

10:15 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

5:32 am-6:54 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

12:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:40 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/30

6:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

4:45 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop2h 55m

$214

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

5:20 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 5/19

4:43 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$216

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/14

6:45 am-3:11 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/21

4:01 pm-12:21 am

1 stop8h 20m

$219

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

8:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/3

4:00 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$227

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/24

5:05 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 4/27

6:30 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$229

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/15

6:35 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/19

6:40 am-10:23 am

1 stop3h 43m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Iowa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan 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 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Michigan to Iowa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
9,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
4,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
7,898 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
8,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
9,820 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Southwest flights start at $105 while deals on United Airlines start at $109 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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