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$199+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Portland, ME (PWM)

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PWM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Portland

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Round-trip from

$369
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$199
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$361
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From Iowa to Portland
One-way flight from Iowa to Portland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Iowa to Portland

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 7/52:49 pmCID - PWM
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/116:04 amPWM - CID
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/307:15 amDSM - PWM
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Sun 5/45:20 amPWM - DSM
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/20$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 9/511:28 amMLI - PWM
2 stops11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/126:02 pmPWM - MLI
1 stop17h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 8/67:20 amDSM - PWM
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:05 amPWM - DSM
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 7/511:15 amCID - PWM
2 stops10h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/114:55 pmPWM - CID
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 8/179:43 amOMA - PWM
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/248:18 amPWM - OMA
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 11/810:15 amOMA - PWM
2 stops12h 30mDelta
Sat 11/1512:50 pmPWM - OMA
2 stops12h 13mDelta
Deal found 2/20$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/305:40 amDSM - PWM
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Sun 5/412:40 pmPWM - DSM
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/68:10 amDSM - PWM
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/106:10 amPWM - DSM
2 stops9h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 5/205:45 amCID - PWM
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Sun 5/255:00 pmPWM - CID
2 stops6h 19mDelta
Deal found 2/18$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/176:00 amALO - PWM
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/202:33 pmPWM - ALO
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$497
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 5/198:30 amDSM - PWM
2 stops27h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/2410:23 amPWM - DSM
3 stops38h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$499

Find flights from Iowa to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Portland 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 February 20, 2025.

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Iowa

Fly to

Portland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsPortland

CID - PWM

CIDPWM

Cedar Rapids

Sat 7/5

2:49 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Portland

Fri 7/11

6:04 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$369

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 4/30

7:15 am-1:12 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Portland

Sun 5/4

5:20 am-10:41 am

1 stop6h 21m

$382

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Sat 7/5

3:23 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Portland

Sat 7/12

6:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$387

Cedar RapidsPortland

CID - PWM

CIDPWM

Cedar Rapids

Sat 7/5

11:15 am-11:01 pm

2 stops10h 46m

Portland

Fri 7/11

4:55 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$392

OmahaPortland

OMA - PWM

OMAPWM

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/17

9:43 am-5:40 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Portland

Sun 8/24

8:18 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$407

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 4/30

5:40 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Portland

Sun 5/4

12:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$443

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

8:10 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Portland

Mon 3/10

6:10 am-2:19 pm

2 stops9h 09m

$452

Cedar RapidsPortland

CID - PWM

CIDPWM

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/20

5:45 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Portland

Sun 5/25

5:00 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops6h 19m

$494

WaterlooPortland

ALO - PWM

ALOPWM

Waterloo

Thu 4/17

6:00 am-3:18 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Portland

Sun 4/20

2:33 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops8h 29m

$497

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Mon 5/19

8:30 am-1:01 pm

2 stops27h 31m

Portland

Sat 5/24

10:23 am-11:27 pm

3 stops38h 04m

$499

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Portland

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Portland

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Iowa to Portland, Maine in April is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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.

Rainfall in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland, Maine ranges from 2.9 - 4.5 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Portland, Maine when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, Maine, 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 68.0 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 Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to Portland, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Portland. 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 into for flights to Portland from Iowa?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, Portland (PWM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Portland from Iowa.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Portland, Maine one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $199. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to Portland, Maine for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Iowa to Portland, Maine in April is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 Iowa to Portland

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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