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$214+ 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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DAY
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Dayton

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 February 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/61:30 pm
MLI
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DAY
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 3/78:32 am
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MLI
1 stop5h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 2/177:06 am
OMA
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DAY
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
Sat 2/216:00 am
DAY
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OMA
1 stop5h 33m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 2/173:24 pm
DSM
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1 stop5h 50m
United Airlines
Sat 2/219:00 am
DAY
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DSM
1 stop6h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/1712:16 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop3h 49m
American Airlines
Sat 2/215:47 am
DAY
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OMA
2 stops7h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/55:00 am
DSM
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DAY
1 stop6h 11m
American Airlines
Sun 3/85:33 pm
DAY
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DSM
1 stop6h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 7/283:47 pm
MLI
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DAY
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 8/16:00 am
DAY
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MLI
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 2/143:45 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop5h 58m
Delta
Tue 2/176:44 pm
DAY
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OMA
1 stop6h 13m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1412:22 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop3h 43m
American Airlines
Tue 2/175:47 am
DAY
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OMA
2 stops8h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/171:38 pm
DSM
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DAY
1 stop6h 22m
American Airlines
Sat 2/211:54 pm
DAY
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DSM
2 stops10h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/56:42 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop4h 01m
United Airlines
Sun 3/87:24 am
DAY
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OMA
1 stop4h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 2/246:45 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 2/285:49 pm
DAY
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OMA
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 4/186:20 am
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1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Tue 4/215:43 pm
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DSM
1 stop6h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$339

Find flight deals from Iowa to Dayton

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Dayton flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$214
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$394
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Dayton that are best for you.

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MolineDayton

MLI - DAY

MLIDAY

Moline Quad-City

Fri 3/6

1:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Dayton

Sat 3/7

8:32 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$249

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/17

7:06 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Dayton

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

$279

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

3:24 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Dayton

Sat 2/21

9:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$279

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/17

12:16 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Dayton

Sat 2/21

5:47 am-12:40 pm

2 stops7h 53m

$284

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

6:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Dayton

Mon 5/25

6:05 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$289

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

5:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Dayton

Sun 3/8

5:33 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$289

MolineDayton

MLI - DAY

MLIDAY

Moline Quad-City

Tue 7/28

3:47 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Dayton

Sat 8/1

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$301

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/14

3:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Dayton

Tue 2/17

6:44 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$309

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/14

12:22 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Dayton

Tue 2/17

5:47 am-1:27 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$314

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

1:38 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Dayton

Sat 2/21

1:54 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops10h 46m

$314

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Dayton (average of $130). Flying from Iowa to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Dayton?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Iowa to Dayton in just under 5h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to 46m. There are 619 mi between Iowa and Dayton. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Dayton or Moline Quad-City - 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Dayton (average of $130). Flying from Iowa to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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