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$176+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Dayton (DAY)

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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DAY
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$176
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$493
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/275:32 amDSM - DAY
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/317:15 amDAY - DSM
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/155:00 amOMA - DAY
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/195:28 pmDAY - OMA
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/166:45 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/209:20 amDAY - DSM
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 11/611:11 amOMA - DAY
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Sat 11/86:40 pmDAY - OMA
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/29$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/165:25 pmMLI - DAY
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/207:15 amDAY - MLI
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 9/191:49 pmOMA - DAY
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/217:20 amDAY - OMA
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1912:58 pmOMA - DAY
1 stop6h 22mAllegiant Air
Fri 5/239:27 pmDAY - OMA
1 stop13h 36mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 5/161:07 pmDSM - DAY
2 stops9h 26mDelta
Tue 5/2011:08 amDAY - DSM
2 stops10h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/1$799

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Dayton 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Dayton that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Dayton

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

5:32 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Dayton

Sat 5/31

7:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$249

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

6:45 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Dayton

Tue 5/20

9:20 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$259

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/15

5:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

Dayton

Mon 5/19

5:28 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$259

MolineDayton

MLI - DAY

MLIDAY

Moline Quad-City

Fri 5/16

5:25 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Dayton

Tue 5/20

7:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop3h 56m

$344

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/19

1:49 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Dayton

Sun 9/21

7:20 am-10:24 am

1 stop4h 04m

$349

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 6/20

11:37 am-8:18 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Dayton

Mon 6/23

7:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 05m

$384

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/19

12:58 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Dayton

Fri 5/23

9:27 pm-10:03 am

1 stop13h 36m

$403

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

1:07 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Dayton

Tue 5/20

11:08 am-8:46 pm

2 stops10h 38m

$799

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/21

2:39 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$176

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/21

11:12 am-8:21 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$210

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Dayton

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Iowa to Dayton in June is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 Dayton by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dayton ranges from 2.2 - 4.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Dayton when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Dayton by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dayton, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Iowa to Dayton to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Dayton from Iowa, you will be flying to Dayton, which is the city’s only airport. Dayton (DAY) is located 10.0 mi from the center of Dayton.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Dayton are American Airlines ($176), Delta ($210), and United Airlines ($240).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Dayton or La Crosse - Dayton, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Dayton is the most popular route from Iowa to Dayton.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Iowa to Dayton in June is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 Dayton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Dayton. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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