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$40+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Iowa

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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Alabama to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Mon 2/231:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$79
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1311:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Fri 2/201:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$89
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1311:30 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Mon 2/161:59 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$107
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/68:45 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Mon 3/911:54 am
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$126
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3011:41 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Mon 4/61:54 pm
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/46:00 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop11h 05m
Frontier
Sun 3/89:03 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop6h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$136
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:00 am
ATL
-
OMA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Mon 3/1611:54 am
OMA
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/99:21 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop22h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:14 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$171
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:00 am
ATL
-
CID
1 stop14h 12m
Frontier
Mon 2/238:07 pm
CID
-
ATL
1 stop9h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:00 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Fri 3/68:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:51 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/68:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops21h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/53:12 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop8h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$201

Find flight deals from Alabama to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated February 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$79
(Super.com)

One-way from

$40
(Priceline)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$434
Provider with most accurate pricing for Birmingham-Des Moines flight deals.
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From Alabama to Iowa
One-way flight from Alabama to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to Iowa 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Iowa that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-6:47 pm

1 stop13h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-6:15 am

1 stop9h 58m

$171

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/9

9:21 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop22h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

8:14 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop21h 08m

$171

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-7:12 pm

1 stop14h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

8:07 pm-6:15 am

1 stop9h 08m

$171

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/13

9:00 am-10:34 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/16

9:03 pm-5:01 am

1 stop6h 58m

$183

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/19

3:12 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

8:38 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops22h 33m

$221

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/12

5:15 am-9:08 am

1 stop28h 53m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/16

7:20 pm-10:24 am

1 stop14h 04m

$230

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 3/5

7:59 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 3/13

11:54 am-3:18 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$236

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/4

7:55 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop23h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

8:21 pm-5:01 am

1 stop7h 40m

$261

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 3/17

5:50 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 37m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/25

6:09 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$269

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/6

5:25 am-6:09 pm

1 stop13h 44m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 3/8

2:33 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$272

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Iowa (average of $195). Flying from Alabama to Iowa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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. Reviews last updated February 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Alabama to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

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 Alabama to Iowa?

    Departing from Alabama to Iowa will take you 5h 23m. The distance from Alabama to Iowa is about 723 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Iowa (average of $195). Flying from Alabama to Iowa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 2 airlines flying from Alabama to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to Iowa. 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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