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$75+ 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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CID
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City
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 December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/246:42 amBWI - CID
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:00 amCID - BWI
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:49 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Fri 1/24:21 pmCID - BWI
2 stops7h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/22$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/225:54 pmBWI - CID
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/53:27 pmCID - BWI
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/235:19 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/273:00 pmCID - BWI
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:17 pmIAD - CID
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Fri 1/24:21 pmCID - IAD
2 stops6h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/22$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:35 pmDCA - CID
2 stops6h 19mDelta
Fri 1/25:47 amCID - DCA
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/22$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/235:54 pmBWI - CID
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amCID - BWI
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/246:35 amIAD - CID
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:40 amCID - IAD
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$516
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:00 pmDCA - CID
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:30 amCID - DCA
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$516
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/231:00 pmIAD - CID
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2711:10 amCID - IAD
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/237:30 amDCA - CID
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:30 amCID - DCA
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$561
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/246:46 amDCA - CID
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/212:40 pmCID - DCA
Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$570

Find 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 December 23, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$75
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$455
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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 December 23, 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

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/7

4:16 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$191

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-2:12 pm

2 stops9h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/17

4:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$222

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/4

11:45 am-9:47 pm

2 stops11h 02m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/7

2:55 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$222

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/17

6:34 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$230

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/21

4:46 pm-12:07 am

1 stop6h 21m

$230

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/20

7:52 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/24

6:34 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$230

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/6

6:05 am-11:31 am

1 stop6h 26m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/17

4:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$243

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/7

10:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/17

1:10 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$246

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/21

2:50 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$253

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/7

1:05 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/17

1:10 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$363

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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 December 19, 2025.

Booking 56 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City (average of $130). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in January 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 December 23, 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 December 23, 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
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
9,105 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 35m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Iowa City is about 810 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. Dulles Intl - Cedar Rapids, Baltimore/Washington - Cedar Rapids or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City (average of $130). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa City in January 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$131Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$242Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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