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$48+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Detroit (DTT)

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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DTT
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated October 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$232 or less
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:46 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop19h 33mFrontier
Sun 11/99:15 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop23h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/46:00 amOMA - DTW
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/58:32 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop13h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Mon 11/38:51 pmOMA - DTW
2 stops33h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/99:15 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop23h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 11/149:55 pmCID - DTW
1 stop21h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/202:52 pmDTW - CID
1 stop27h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/114:22 pmCID - DTW
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Tue 11/187:00 amDTW - CID
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/21$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/42:56 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/115:20 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/47:00 amCID - DTW
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Tue 11/117:00 amDTW - CID
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/20$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/610:50 amMLI - DTW
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/97:15 amDTW - MLI
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/209:19 amDSM - DTW
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/236:46 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/63:44 pmCID - DTW
1 stop3h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/95:33 amDTW - CID
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/610:50 amMLI - DTW
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/107:15 amDTW - MLI
1 stop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/83:55 pmMLI - DTW
1 stop3h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/95:45 amDTW - MLI
2 stops7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$244

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Detroit 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 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Detroit that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 12/4

6:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

8:32 pm-8:34 am

1 stop13h 02m

$208

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

12:29 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$229

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

2:56 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

5:20 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop26h 43m

$229

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Tue 11/11

4:22 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$229

MolineDetroit

MLI - DTW

MLIDTW

Moline Quad-City

Thu 11/6

10:50 am-3:27 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

7:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$234

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Tue 11/4

7:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop3h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$234

MolineDetroit

MLI - DTW

MLIDTW

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/8

3:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

$239

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

1:56 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

10:20 am-9:09 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$253

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Tue 11/18

4:22 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/25

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$254

MolineDetroit

MLI - DTW

MLIDTW

Moline Quad-City

Sun 12/7

10:09 am-11:42 am

2 stops24h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

6:15 am-10:42 am

1 stop29h 27m

$255

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Detroit

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Detroit (average of $147). Flying from Iowa to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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 DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Iowa to Detroit in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 81% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to Detroit. 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 October 22, 2025.

The most flights from USIA to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Detroit All airports (DTT) if they book a flight to Detroit from Iowa. All airports is conveniently located just 0.6 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Detroit?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Iowa to Detroit in about 3h 37m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 23m. The distance between Iowa and Detroit is about 372 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $135. Users have also found prices from $203 and $228 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Cedar Rapids - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County when deciding on the best route from Iowa to Detroit.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Iowa to Detroit are Air France (96%), Korean Air (93%) and KLM (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Iowa to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from Iowa to Detroit is generally $513, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $305 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Detroit (average of $147). Flying from Iowa to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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 3 airlines flying from Iowa to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Detroit. 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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