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$67+ 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:08 amATL - OMA
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:29 amOMA - ATL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:15 amATL - DSM
1 stop9h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$158
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:08 amATL - OMA
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Fri 11/148:51 pmOMA - ATL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/59:01 amATL - CID
1 stop9h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/125:57 pmCID - ATL
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$167
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Mon 11/109:08 amATL - OMA
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Mon 12/111:26 amOMA - ATL
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:30 amATL - OMA
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Mon 11/108:51 pmOMA - ATL
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$170
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:00 pmATL - OMA
1 stop25h 06mFrontier
Thu 12/42:24 pmOMA - ATL
1 stop14h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:30 amATL - CID
1 stop13h 11mFrontier
Mon 11/38:26 pmCID - ATL
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:29 pmATL - DSM
1 stop20h 18mFrontier
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:30 amATL - CID
1 stop13h 11mFrontier
Mon 11/107:16 pmCID - ATL
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/208:25 pmATL - CID
1 stop22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/267:02 pmCID - ATL
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$184
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:20 amATL - OMA
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Fri 12/125:13 pmOMA - ATL
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$184

Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Priceline)

One-way from

$67
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$522

Good one-way deal

$50 or less
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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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Iowa that are best for you.

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Alabama

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/10

9:08 am-10:34 am

Nonstop2h 26m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/17

11:29 am-2:49 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$144

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/9

10:43 am-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

2:58 pm-7:48 am

1 stop15h 50m

$173

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/6

7:30 am-7:41 pm

1 stop13h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/10

7:16 pm-6:02 am

1 stop9h 46m

$179

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 11/8

6:29 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop20h 18m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

2:32 pm-6:02 am

1 stop14h 30m

$179

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/20

8:25 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop22h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 11/26

7:02 pm-10:15 am

1 stop14h 13m

$184

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/13

9:53 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop21h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 12/4

2:24 pm-9:31 am

2 stops18h 07m

$201

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/12

9:57 pm-8:08 am

2 stops35h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/17

11:17 am-9:33 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$238

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 12/5

2:55 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 12/12

5:13 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$238

AtlantaCedar Rapids

ATL - CID

ATLCID

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/13

4:40 pm-8:08 am

1 stop16h 28m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/17

11:17 am-9:33 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$238

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/13

6:10 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 12/21

12:40 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$240

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Alabama to Iowa

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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AL to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Alabama to Iowa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 October 23, 2025.
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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Alabama to Iowa?

    Departing from Alabama to Iowa will take you 2h 26m. The distance from Alabama to Iowa is about 820 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $75. Users have also found prices from $96 and $126 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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