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$42+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Chicago (CHI)

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CHI
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 4/24:40 pm
BRL
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ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Mon 4/66:45 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/18$83
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Wed 4/19:10 am
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Sun 4/56:45 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/17$84
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 3/309:10 am
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Fri 4/312:00 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/15$85
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/14:40 pm
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Tue 4/76:45 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/16$86
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/49:10 am
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Mon 4/612:00 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/18$87
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Tue 6/29:10 am
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Sun 6/712:00 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/17$94
This Contour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Contour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/129:10 am
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Sat 5/1612:00 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/16$98
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:10 am
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Sun 3/296:45 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/19$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/101:54 pm
OMA
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MDW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Mon 4/136:00 am
MDW
-
OMA
1 stop7h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/169:55 am
MCW
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Sun 4/194:49 pm
ORD
-
MCW
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19$202
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 3/204:20 pm
BRL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
Contour
Sun 3/226:25 pm
ORD
-
BRL
Nonstop1h 20m
Contour
Deal found 3/16$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/96:37 pm
LSE
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ORD
Nonstop1h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 4/128:11 am
ORD
-
LSE
Nonstop1h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$207

Find flight deals from Iowa to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$42
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$100 or less

Good one-way deal

$42 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Chicago 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 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Chicago that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Fri 4/3

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

6:45 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$83

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Thu 4/2

4:40 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

6:45 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$83

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Wed 4/1

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

6:45 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$84

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Mon 3/30

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/3

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$85

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Wed 4/1

4:40 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

6:45 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$86

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Sat 4/4

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$87

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Tue 6/2

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/7

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$94

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Fri 4/17

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/26

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Tue 4/14

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

BurlingtonChicago

BRL - ORD

BRLORD

Burlington

Tue 4/7

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Iowa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Chicago

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Chicago (average of $140). Flying from Iowa to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 19, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Iowa to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Iowa to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Iowa to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Iowa to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 19, 2026.

The most flights from USIA to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Iowa to Chicago can take about 1h 25m. Contour provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $83. There are 186 mi between Iowa and Chicago. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Chicago are Contour ($29), Denver Air Connection ($84), and American Airlines ($94).

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago Midway when deciding on the best route from Iowa to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Iowa to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Iowa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (74%), Emirates (72%), Qatar Airways( 71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Iowa to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Iowa to Chicago? While on average our users pay $921, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $232.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Chicago (average of $140). Flying from Iowa to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Chicago. 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 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ContourCheapest$59Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$168Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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