Alabama

$71+ 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 March 10, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop20h 24m
Frontier
Fri 5/110:12 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6$160
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:49 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Mon 5/410:13 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop10h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 5/158:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop20h 23m
Frontier
Mon 5/181:38 pm
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7$168
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Sun 5/109:20 pm
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop23h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6$171
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/132:46 pm
CID
-
ATL
1 stop13h 25m
Frontier
Thu 4/1610:30 am
ATL
-
CID
1 stop28h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/206:45 pm
CID
-
ATL
1 stop12h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/2310:01 pm
ATL
-
CID
1 stop20h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 3/302:00 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Thu 4/910:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/86:45 pm
CID
-
ATL
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1010:44 pm
ATL
-
CID
1 stop20h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$179
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/108:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop15h 59m
Frontier
Mon 4/1310:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/278:58 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Mon 5/410:13 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop10h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 4/136:45 pm
CID
-
ATL
1 stop12h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/2410:54 am
ATL
-
CID
1 stop8h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$186
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:58 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Sat 5/99:20 pm
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop23h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$188

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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Expedia)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$770

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Birmingham flight deals.
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From Iowa to Alabama
One-way flight from Iowa to Alabama
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Iowa to Alabama.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Iowa to Alabama.

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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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Alabama that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OmahaAtlanta

OMA - ATL

OMAATL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/1

1:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/4

2:10 pm-1:00 am

2 stops11h 50m

$288

Cedar RapidsPensacola

CID - PNS

CIDPNS

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/12

1:28 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Pensacola

Sat 4/18

6:15 am-4:49 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$294

Cedar RapidsPensacola

CID - PNS

CIDPNS

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/18

1:28 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops8h 29m

Pensacola

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$294

OmahaAtlanta

OMA - ATL

OMAATL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/16

5:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 7/25

7:35 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$297

OmahaAtlanta

OMA - ATL

OMAATL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 6/5

8:30 pm-5:45 am

1 stop8h 15m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 6/15

1:10 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$312

OmahaAtlanta

OMA - ATL

OMAATL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/7

8:20 am-2:50 pm

2 stops5h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/14

2:10 pm-1:00 am

2 stops11h 50m

$317

Cedar RapidsAtlanta

CID - ATL

CIDATL

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/15

5:42 am-8:49 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/20

10:09 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$319

Cedar RapidsAtlanta

CID - ATL

CIDATL

Cedar Rapids

Fri 4/17

5:42 am-8:49 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 4/19

10:09 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$319

Cedar RapidsAtlanta

CID - ATL

CIDATL

Cedar Rapids

Mon 4/13

5:42 am-8:49 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/20

10:09 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$319

OmahaValparaiso

OMA - VPS

OMAVPS

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/29

12:13 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops11h 37m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 5/5

4:46 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$321

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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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 March 10, 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 March 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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 2h 07m. Iowa and Alabama are separated by a distance of 694 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$126Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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