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$190+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to Iowa

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PWM — DSM
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Iowa

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$190
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$425
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From Portland to Iowa
One-way flight from Portland to Iowa
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 5/74:33 pmPWM - OMA
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/101:11 pmOMA - PWM
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 7/36:56 pmPWM - OMA
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Sun 7/65:16 amOMA - PWM
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/2$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/245:50 amPWM - DSM
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/312:01 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/221:40 pmPWM - DSM
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Thu 5/294:18 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/1$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/215:30 amPWM - MLI
2 stops10h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/276:30 amMLI - PWM
2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/216:05 amPWM - MLI
2 stops11h 29mDelta
Wed 5/285:15 pmMLI - PWM
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/1$447
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/2112:08 pmPWM - MLI
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/284:25 pmMLI - PWM
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/212:15 pmPWM - CID
2 stops11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/511:30 amCID - PWM
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/26:13 amPWM - CID
1 stop16h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/48:05 amCID - PWM
1 stop12h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$507
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/226:00 amPWM - DSM
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/2911:16 amDSM - PWM
2 stops11h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$516
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Thu 5/225:30 amPWM - CID
2 stops11h 01mDelta
Mon 5/265:30 amCID - PWM
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/2$518
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Thu 5/222:30 pmPWM - DSM
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Thu 5/293:40 pmDSM - PWM
2 stops18h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$598

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

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Portland

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Wed 5/7

4:33 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/10

1:11 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$299

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Thu 7/3

6:56 pm-12:02 am

1 stop6h 06m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 7/6

5:16 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 34m

$353

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Sat 5/24

5:50 am-12:18 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

2:01 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$357

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Thu 5/22

1:40 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Des Moines

Thu 5/29

4:18 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$379

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Wed 5/21

5:30 am-3:21 pm

2 stops10h 51m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/27

6:30 am-5:43 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$419

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Wed 5/21

6:05 am-4:34 pm

2 stops11h 29m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 5/28

5:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$447

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Wed 5/21

12:08 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 5/28

4:25 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$474

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Fri 5/2

12:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/5

11:30 am-11:06 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$478

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Fri 5/2

6:13 am-9:39 pm

1 stop16h 26m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/4

8:05 am-9:24 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$507

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

Des Moines

Thu 5/29

11:16 am-11:28 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$516

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Iowa

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland, Maine 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 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Iowa, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

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

    Portland (PWM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Iowa. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to Portland (PWM) from Portland’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Iowa?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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