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$126+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Arkansas

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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIT
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Arkansas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Arkansas flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$126
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$320
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Arkansas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Arkansas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/279:00 amDSM - MEM
2 stops28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/48:07 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/186:35 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/227:04 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/136:47 pmMLI - MEM
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/175:15 amMEM - MLI
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/135:54 amCID - LIT
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Mon 11/174:53 pmLIT - CID
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/29$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/149:50 amMLI - LIT
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/165:42 amLIT - MLI
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:55 amOMA - XNA
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Sun 11/165:54 pmXNA - OMA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 10/28$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/143:37 pmMLI - MEM
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/188:37 amMEM - MLI
2 stops9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/145:55 pmCID - LIT
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/187:35 amLIT - CID
2 stops8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/266:56 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/34:40 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:20 pmMLI - LIT
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/167:45 amLIT - MLI
1 stop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/121:45 pmOMA - XNA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/167:45 amXNA - OMA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/55:20 pmMLI - MEM
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/137:30 amMEM - MLI
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Arkansas 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Arkansas that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Arkansas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MolineMemphis

MLI - MEM

MLIMEM

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

5:00 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Memphis

Tue 2/24

3:35 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$229

Cedar RapidsLittle Rock

CID - LIT

CIDLIT

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/4

5:45 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 01m

Little Rock

Wed 4/8

3:40 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$229

MolineLittle Rock

MLI - LIT

MLILIT

Moline Quad-City

Wed 2/18

5:00 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Little Rock

Sat 2/21

5:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$229

OmahaFayetteville

OMA - XNA

OMAXNA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/14

10:15 am-5:16 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 2/18

11:45 am-9:08 pm

2 stops9h 23m

$234

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

9:00 am-1:12 pm

2 stops28h 12m

Memphis

Thu 12/4

8:07 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop22h 56m

$244

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

11:32 am-4:21 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Memphis

Mon 12/22

5:12 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 35m

$251

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

6:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 35m

Memphis

Thu 12/18

5:55 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 26m

$251

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

8:10 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Little Rock

Mon 1/12

1:33 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$257

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

8:10 am-3:57 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Little Rock

Tue 1/13

8:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$257

MolineMemphis

MLI - MEM

MLIMEM

Moline Quad-City

Thu 11/13

6:47 pm-12:02 am

1 stop5h 15m

Memphis

Mon 11/17

5:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 23m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Arkansas

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Arkansas (average of $213). Flying from Iowa to Arkansas in January is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 AR?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Arkansas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Iowa to Arkansas in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Iowa to Arkansas?

Reviews of airlines servicing Arkansas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arkansas. 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 Arkansas. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to Arkansas, such as Southwest and American Airlines. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Arkansas. 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 Arkansas?

    A quick flight from Iowa to Arkansas can take about 4h 49m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $251. Airlines will cover a distance of 491 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Delta flights start at $126 while deals on Southwest start at $131 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Arkansas (average of $213). Flying from Iowa to Arkansas in January is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 2 airlines flying from Iowa to Arkansas

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Arkansas. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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