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$163+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Iowa City, IA

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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CID
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Iowa City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Iowa City flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$244
From Chicago (CHI) to Iowa City
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Iowa City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/116:21 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/138:14 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/58:10 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/66:37 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/145:05 amORD - CID
1 stop12h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/211:56 pmCID - ORD
1 stop7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/109:15 amMDW - CID
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Wed 9/1712:05 pmCID - MDW
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/15$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sun 7/1311:37 amMDW - CID
1 stop29h 40mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/208:04 pmCID - MDW
2 stops13h 37mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/15$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/55:37 pmORD - CID
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sun 7/612:04 pmCID - ORD
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/14$423

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ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/11

6:21 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/13

8:14 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$179

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/5

8:10 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/6

6:37 am-8:02 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$239

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/14

5:05 am-6:02 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 7/21

1:56 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$249

ChicagoCedar Rapids

MDW - CID

MDWCID

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/10

9:15 am-3:33 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/17

12:05 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$267

ChicagoCedar Rapids

MDW - CID

MDWCID

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/13

11:37 am-5:17 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/20

8:04 pm-9:41 am

2 stops13h 37m

$331

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/5

5:37 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/6

12:04 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$423

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/16

6:40 am-8:40 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$163

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

9:40 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$203

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$214

ChicagoCedar Rapids

MDW - CID

MDWCID

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/12

9:24 am-3:39 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$214

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Iowa City

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City (average of $305). Flying from Chicago to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 CHI to IO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 16, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Iowa City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Iowa City flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa City

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa City. 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 June 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to IO9 are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

Rainfall in Iowa City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa City ranges from 0.9 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa City when rainfall is around 0.9 in.

Temperature in Iowa City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa City, 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 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa City. 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 Iowa City. Reviews last updated June 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Iowa City, such as Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
722 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Iowa City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Iowa City are American Airlines ($203), Delta ($214), and United Airlines ($219).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Iowa City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Iowa City consider choosing Republic Airways (88%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or Envoy Air (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa City?

    On average you can expect to pay $214 for a flight from Chicago to Iowa City. The cheapest flight overall is $131 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cedar Rapids) is currently priced at $179.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Iowa City?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Iowa City 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 Chicago to Iowa City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa City (average of $305). Flying from Chicago to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Iowa City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Iowa City. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$76Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$112Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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