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$40+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Alabama

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Alabama

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Alabama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Alabama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:14 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Mon 2/93:45 pm
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$67
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/96:14 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Fri 2/2011:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:14 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Fri 2/1311:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$98
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/201:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Tue 2/248:00 pm
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop21h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$103
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/255:00 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop12h 15m
Frontier
Fri 2/2711:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$104
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/271:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Mon 3/211:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$105
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:00 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop12h 15m
Frontier
Wed 3/46:00 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop11h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$128
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/911:54 am
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
Fri 3/139:00 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/115:00 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop12h 15m
Frontier
Wed 2/186:00 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop11h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/267:27 pm
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops24h 52m
Frontier
Wed 3/47:55 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1110:02 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/64:13 pm
CID
-
ATL
1 stop20h 36m
Frontier
Sun 3/89:20 pm
ATL
-
CID
1 stop19h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$184

Find flight deals from Iowa to Alabama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Alabama flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$79
(Super.com)

One-way from

$40
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$331

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less
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One-way flight from Iowa to Alabama
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Iowa to Alabama.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Alabama 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Alabama that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Alabama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsAtlanta

CID - ATL

CIDATL

Cedar Rapids

Fri 3/6

4:13 pm-5:01 am

1 stop11h 48m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 3/9

9:20 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$240

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/1

11:29 am-1:46 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$260

Cedar RapidsPensacola

CID - PNS

CIDPNS

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/5

5:42 am-10:02 am

1 stop4h 20m

Pensacola

Tue 5/12

3:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$269

Cedar RapidsPensacola

CID - PNS

CIDPNS

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/28

5:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Pensacola

Wed 3/4

7:03 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$269

OmahaAtlanta

OMA - ATL

OMAATL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 3/15

5:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/18

6:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 35m

$273

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

8:14 pm-5:11 am

1 stop7h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/10

10:30 am-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$274

Cedar RapidsPensacola

CID - PNS

CIDPNS

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/12

5:32 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 39m

Pensacola

Sat 4/18

7:02 am-3:41 pm

2 stops8h 39m

$274

Cedar RapidsPensacola

CID - PNS

CIDPNS

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/28

2:50 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Pensacola

Wed 3/4

4:04 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$274

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-6:15 am

1 stop9h 48m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop13h 32m

$275

OmahaAtlanta

OMA - ATL

OMAATL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/2

4:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop6h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/14

10:10 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$278

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Alabama

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Alabama (average of $100). Flying from Iowa to Alabama in May is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 IA to AL?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Alabama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

When flying from Iowa to Alabama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Alabama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alabama. 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 Alabama. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Iowa to Alabama to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
706 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Alabama?

    Departing from Iowa to Alabama will take you 4h 20m. Iowa and Alabama are separated by a distance of 827 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Alabama (average of $100). Flying from Iowa to Alabama in May is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 Iowa to Alabama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Alabama. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$108Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$120Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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