$79+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Illinois
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DSM — ORD
Aug 10 — Aug 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to IllinoisExplore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:19 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop23h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/276:00 am
ORD
- DSM
1 stop13h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/69:45 am
MCW
- ORD
Nonstop1h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 8/124:47 pm
ORD
- MCW
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8![United Airlines logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/51:49 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop15h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/119:57 pm
ORD
- DSM
1 stop15h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/57:49 pm
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Wed 8/128:26 am
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:10 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Sat 8/2910:10 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Sat 8/221:55 pm
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 46m
American Airlines
Sat 8/295:41 pm
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:40 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Thu 8/2710:05 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:00 am
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 8/2712:50 pm
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Mon 8/247:49 pm
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Thu 8/278:26 am
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/42:40 pm
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 8/1110:30 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6![Southwest logo]()
$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:50 pm
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/12:15 pm
MDW
- DSM
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7![Southwest logo]()
$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/231:55 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop17h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/307:05 am
ORD
- DSM
2 stops30h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$222
Best flights from Iowa to IllinoisDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Iowa to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Iowa to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/137:15 pm
MCW
- ORD
Nonstop1h 33m
United Airlines
Mon 8/177:14 am
ORD
- MCW
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10![United Airlines logo]()
$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:40 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 10/269:45 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/224:20 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop5h 27m
Delta
Sat 8/296:00 am
ORD
- DSM
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Deal found 7/7![Delta logo]()
$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/2811:56 am
CID
- ORD
Nonstop1h 28m
American Airlines
Mon 8/3111:05 pm
ORD
- CID
Nonstop1h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6![American Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:39 pm
LSE
- ORD
2 stops33h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/154:00 pm
ORD
- LSE
1 stop27h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$259
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Fri 7/318:00 pm
OMA
- STL
1 stop23h 23m
Frontier
Mon 8/38:08 pm
STL
- OMA
1 stop23h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 7/6![Frontier logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/276:31 pm
OMA
- RFD
1 stop15h 01m
Allegiant Air
Tue 9/291:41 pm
RFD
- OMA
1 stop21h 01m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:40 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Thu 8/2710:05 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:00 am
DSM
- MDW
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Thu 8/279:59 am
MDW
- DSM
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 7/10![Delta logo]()
$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Mon 8/36:30 am
CID
- ORD
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Mon 8/109:20 pm
ORD
- CID
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/257:15 am
DSM
- MDW
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Tue 9/110:30 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sat 9/124:20 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop5h 18m
Delta
Mon 9/141:55 pm
ORD
- DSM
1 stop6h 51m
Delta
Deal found 7/9![Delta logo]()
$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/57:08 pm
CID
- ORD
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 9/77:59 pm
ORD
- CID
Nonstop1h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/264:20 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop5h 18m
Delta
Mon 9/286:00 am
ORD
- DSM
1 stop4h 17m
Delta
Deal found 7/10![Delta logo]()
$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:25 pm
DSM
- MDW
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 9/13:50 pm
MDW
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7![Southwest logo]()
$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Mon 8/173:00 pm
CID
- ORD
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Thu 8/279:25 pm
ORD
- CID
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/11![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:30 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Tue 9/83:50 pm
MDW
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Mon 8/36:33 pm
CID
- ORD
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 8/177:59 pm
ORD
- CID
Nonstop1h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/55:57 pm
MLI
- ORD
1 stop29h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/127:29 am
ORD
- MLI
1 stop28h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/56:00 am
DSM
- MDW
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Tue 8/111:25 pm
MDW
- DSM
1 stop3h 46m
Delta
Deal found 7/8![Delta logo]()
$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 7/281:14 pm
MLI
- ORD
Nonstop1h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 8/41:55 pm
ORD
- MLI
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:50 pm
OMA
- STL
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 8/318:30 am
STL
- OMA
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/2812:29 pm
CID
- ORD
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Mon 8/316:44 pm
ORD
- CID
1 stop4h 16m
Delta
Deal found 7/6![Delta logo]()
$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Sat 9/1912:26 pm
LSE
- ORD
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Sat 9/269:56 am
ORD
- LSE
Nonstop1h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/610:10 am
MCW
- ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 11/84:50 pm
ORD
- MCW
Nonstop1h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10![United Airlines logo]()
$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:40 pm
OMA
- STL
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 9/146:00 am
STL
- OMA
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1712:29 pm
CID
- ORD
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Thu 8/276:00 am
ORD
- CID
1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/11![Delta logo]()
$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Wed 9/95:22 pm
LSE
- ORD
Nonstop1h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 9/1611:00 pm
ORD
- LSE
Nonstop1h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7![American Airlines logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Wed 11/257:00 pm
MCW
- ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 11/307:45 am
ORD
- MCW
Nonstop1h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6![United Airlines logo]()
$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/158:10 am
OMA
- STL
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Tue 8/188:35 am
STL
- OMA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$251
Last-minute flights from Iowa to IllinoisDiscover last-minute flight deals from Iowa to Illinois. Data last updated July 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Iowa to Illinois. Data last updated July 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/42:40 pm
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 8/118:35 pm
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7![Southwest logo]()
$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/51:49 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop15h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/119:57 pm
ORD
- DSM
1 stop15h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/57:49 pm
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Wed 8/128:26 am
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/69:45 am
MCW
- ORD
Nonstop1h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 8/124:47 pm
ORD
- MCW
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8![United Airlines logo]()
$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Sat 8/221:55 pm
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 46m
American Airlines
Sat 8/295:41 pm
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:19 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop23h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/276:00 am
ORD
- DSM
1 stop13h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:40 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 8/3110:05 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:00 am
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 8/2712:50 pm
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/243:50 pm
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Thu 8/2710:05 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Mon 8/247:49 pm
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Thu 8/278:26 am
ORD
- DSM
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:10 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Sat 8/2910:10 am
MDW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:50 pm
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/12:15 pm
MDW
- DSM
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/7![Southwest logo]()
$220
One-way flights from Iowa to IllinoisSearch for one-way flight options from Iowa to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Iowa to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/61:58 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop17h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$79
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/72:19 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop23h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/52:51 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop19h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/112:51 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop19h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/101:58 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop22h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/118:41 pm
OMA
- ORD
1 stop24h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/72:18 pm
OMA
- ORD
1 stop23h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/58:00 pm
OMA
- ORD
1 stop24h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$103
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/126:55 am
DSM
- ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$104
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:10 am
DSM
- MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:18 pm
OMA
- ORD
1 stop23h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/122:19 pm
DSM
- ORD
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8![Frontier logo]()
$106
Find flight deals from Iowa to Illinois
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated July 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $173 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $79 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $357 |
Good round-trip deal | $99 or less |
Good one-way deal | $47 or less |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Mason CityChicago
MCW - ORD
MCWORD
Mason City
Thu 8/13
7:15 pm-8:48 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/17
7:14 am-8:51 am
Nonstop1h 37m
$202
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - MDW
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Mon 8/31
5:40 am-7:00 am
Nonstop1h 20m
Chicago Midway
Mon 10/26
9:45 am-11:10 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$209
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - MDW
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Mon 8/24
5:40 am-7:00 am
Nonstop1h 20m
Chicago Midway
Thu 8/27
10:05 am-11:25 am
Nonstop1h 20m
$209
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - MDW
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Tue 8/25
7:15 am-5:00 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/1
10:30 am-11:50 am
Nonstop1h 20m
$224
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
Sat 8/22
4:20 pm-9:47 pm
1 stop5h 27m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/29
6:00 am-10:18 am
1 stop4h 18m
$227
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - MDW
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Mon 8/24
6:00 am-12:39 pm
1 stop6h 39m
Chicago Midway
Thu 8/27
9:59 am-2:04 pm
1 stop4h 05m
$229
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
Sat 9/12
4:20 pm-9:38 pm
1 stop5h 18m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/14
1:55 pm-8:46 pm
1 stop6h 51m
$229
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
Sat 9/26
4:20 pm-9:38 pm
1 stop5h 18m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/28
6:00 am-10:17 am
1 stop4h 17m
$229
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - MDW
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Thu 8/27
2:25 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop7h 35m
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/1
3:50 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$230
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - MDW
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Sat 9/5
5:30 am-6:45 am
Nonstop1h 15m
Chicago Midway
Tue 9/8
3:50 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$233
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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Illinois
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USIA-USIL
DSM-ORD
MCW-ORD
DSM-MDW
OMA-RFD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Illinois?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Illinois (average of $59). Flying from Iowa to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 IL?
Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 11, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Iowa to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.
Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Illinois
Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to Illinois. 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 July 11, 2026.
The most flights from USIA to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Iowa to Illinois?
How far ahead should I book a flight from Iowa to Illinois?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Iowa to Illinois, you should look to book at least 18 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Iowa to Illinois?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Iowa to Illinois. Price data was last updated on July 4, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Iowa to Illinois 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.
Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated July 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Contour, andUnited Airlines from Iowa to Illinois have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$68 | Average$99 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$251 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$278 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |