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$61+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CID
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:15 amDCA - CID
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Thu 11/138:26 pmCID - DCA
1 stop19h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$200
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/1111:54 amBWI - CID
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/136:15 amCID - BWI
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/235:29 pmBWI - CID
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/15:42 pmCID - BWI
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/44:49 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sat 12/66:25 amCID - BWI
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/3$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:40 amBWI - CID
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/15:42 pmCID - BWI
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/411:54 amBWI - CID
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/66:37 pmCID - BWI
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/154:49 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Tue 11/185:54 amCID - BWI
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/1$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/226:56 pmBWI - CID
2 stops38h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/15:42 pmCID - BWI
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:00 amDCA - CID
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/63:50 pmCID - DCA
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:00 amDCA - CID
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/133:50 pmCID - DCA
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 12/207:50 pmDCA - CID
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/318:55 amCID - DCA
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$363
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/156:00 pmDCA - CID
1 stop26h 36mFrontier
Sat 11/228:23 pmCID - DCA
1 stop15h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$374

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Iowa City flight deals. Data was last updated November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$405
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City that are best for you.

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BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/4

6:21 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/6

6:25 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$233

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/11

6:21 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/13

5:50 am-12:46 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$233

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/20

3:41 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$353

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

6:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/21

4:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$363

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

6:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/20

12:11 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$363

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/15

6:00 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/22

8:23 pm-1:03 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$374

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

12:59 pm-2:37 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/13

3:05 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$388

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/4

12:59 pm-2:37 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/6

3:05 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$388

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

8:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/10

6:04 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$408

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/11

8:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/13

6:15 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$408

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City (average of $161). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 WAS to IO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

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 November 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in 4h 29m. Fly via Delta, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Iowa City is about 799 mi. 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 Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cedar Rapids, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cedar Rapids or Baltimore/Washington - Cedar Rapids when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Iowa City?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City (average of $161). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 Washington, D.C. to Iowa City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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