Iowa

$79+ 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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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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 June 14, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/94:18 pm
ATL
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DSM
1 stop7h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/123:59 pm
DSM
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ATL
1 stop27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/265:02 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/95:12 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop25h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/64:18 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop8h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1012:37 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop9h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/164:18 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/193:59 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/124:18 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/193:59 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:35 am
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Wed 8/262:30 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$204
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/265:05 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop18h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/176:07 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop13h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 9/112:33 pm
ATL
-
OMA
1 stop8h 01m
Frontier
Wed 9/28:19 pm
OMA
-
ATL
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/13$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/24:18 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1012:37 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop22h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/48:30 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop18h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1012:37 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop22h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/24:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/53:59 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/157:40 am
ATL
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OMA
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Wed 7/228:00 pm
OMA
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ATL
1 stop8h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$220

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 June 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$626
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. 12% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Iowa that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AtlantaOmaha

ATL - OMA

ATLOMA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 7/28

6:20 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 7/30

5:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$293

PensacolaCedar Rapids

PNS - CID

PNSCID

Pensacola

Wed 11/25

1:17 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/1

7:15 am-12:41 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$297

PensacolaCedar Rapids

PNS - CID

PNSCID

Pensacola

Wed 11/25

1:59 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops8h 57m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/2

5:45 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 02m

$302

PensacolaCedar Rapids

PNS - CID

PNSCID

Pensacola

Wed 7/1

4:41 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/5

5:17 am-11:19 am

1 stop6h 02m

$308

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 8/7

4:42 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/9

8:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$309

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 8/7

8:21 am-12:46 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/9

6:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$309

PensacolaCedar Rapids

PNS - CID

PNSCID

Pensacola

Fri 9/11

4:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/14

6:30 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$309

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 7/24

5:35 am-9:28 am

1 stop4h 53m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/28

1:40 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$309

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 8/5

7:18 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/18

5:15 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$309

ChattanoogaOmaha

CHA - OMA

CHAOMA

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 9/12

3:15 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$309

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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 $168). Flying from Alabama to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $432). 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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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 June 14, 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 4h 57m. The distance from Alabama to Iowa is about 827 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 $168). Flying from Alabama to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $432). 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 June 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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