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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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Jul 12 — Jul 191
Sun 7/12
Sun 7/19
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 June 12, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/105:05 pm
OMA
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1 stop5h 39m
American Airlines
Thu 7/167:09 am
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OMA
1 stop5h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/146:00 am
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1 stop4h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 8/187:15 am
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1 stop4h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/711:30 am
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1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Mon 7/136:38 pm
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1 stop4h 51m
Delta
Deal found 6/9$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/157:00 am
OMA
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1 stop5h 59m
Delta
Tue 12/156:40 pm
DAY
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OMA
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/265:28 pm
OMA
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1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 6/2912:24 pm
DAY
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OMA
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/266:00 am
OMA
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DAY
1 stop3h 57m
United Airlines
Tue 9/299:00 am
DAY
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OMA
1 stop8h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/195:28 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 6/217:06 am
DAY
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OMA
1 stop5h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/7$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/234:56 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop6h 01m
American Airlines
Sat 6/275:57 pm
DAY
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OMA
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/291:35 pm
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1 stop8h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 9/26:00 am
DAY
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1 stop5h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/36:00 am
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1 stop4h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 9/77:15 am
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1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 6/136:00 am
OMA
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1 stop6h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 6/156:10 pm
DAY
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OMA
1 stop6h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/211:35 pm
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1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 8/246:11 pm
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1 stop4h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7$414

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 June 12, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$176
(Delta)

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Average price

$295
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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 June 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Dayton that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

Dayton

Sun 8/23

7:15 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 11m

$309

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

Dayton

Tue 8/18

7:15 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 11m

$309

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Tue 7/7

11:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Dayton

Tue 7/14

3:56 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$319

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/26

6:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop3h 57m

Dayton

Tue 9/29

9:00 am-4:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$341

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/26

6:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop3h 57m

Dayton

Wed 9/30

9:00 am-4:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$341

OmahaDayton

OMA - DAY

OMADAY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/10

5:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Dayton

Thu 7/16

7:09 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 16m

$360

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Sat 8/29

1:35 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Dayton

Wed 9/2

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 26m

$389

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Sat 7/25

6:50 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop3h 59m

Dayton

Sat 8/1

6:15 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$389

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Fri 8/21

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Dayton

Sun 8/23

7:15 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 11m

$389

Des MoinesDayton

DSM - DAY

DSMDAY

Des Moines

Wed 8/26

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Dayton

Sat 8/29

2:23 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$389

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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?

    United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Iowa to Dayton in just under 4h. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 50m. There are 506 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.

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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 June 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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