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$126+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/219:15 am
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop12h 00m
Southwest
Tue 4/285:30 am
DSM
-
BHM
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/305:45 am
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 6/14:50 pm
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:20 pm
BHM
-
CID
1 stop3h 54m
Delta
Sun 5/105:45 am
CID
-
BHM
1 stop4h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 5/611:48 am
BHM
-
CID
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 5/96:00 am
CID
-
BHM
2 stops9h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Thu 5/72:55 pm
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Thu 5/144:50 pm
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1711:00 am
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/205:25 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$350
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 6/95:25 am
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Thu 6/116:15 am
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/152:45 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 4/183:21 pm
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop6h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/23$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 4/45:44 pm
BHM
-
CID
1 stop6h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 4/76:00 am
CID
-
BHM
1 stop5h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 4/48:35 am
BHM
-
CID
2 stops10h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 4/86:52 pm
CID
-
BHM
1 stop4h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/22$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Wed 5/273:40 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop8h 04m
United Airlines
Fri 5/296:50 pm
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop4h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/21$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:15 am
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Mon 4/276:35 am
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/21$387

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated March 24, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$263
(Southwest)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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April

Average price

$479
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Iowa that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Tue 4/21

3:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops5h 55m

$263

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Wed 5/6

5:44 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

$329
Quickest round-trip

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Fri 5/8

5:20 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/10

5:45 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 04m

$329

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Fri 5/8

6:44 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

$329

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Fri 5/8

5:20 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/15

5:45 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 04m

$329

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Thu 5/7

2:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/14

4:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$347

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Tue 6/9

5:25 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 6/11

6:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$353

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Wed 4/15

2:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

3:21 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$357

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Sat 4/4

6:00 am-2:43 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/8

6:52 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$369

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Sat 4/4

5:44 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 29m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

$369

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa (average of $195). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 March 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Birmingham to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,320 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
8,320 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,320 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
7.1
Good
11,492 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,320 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Iowa from Birmingham, you will be flying from Birmingham, which is the city’s only airport. Birmingham (BHM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Birmingham.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa?

    Southwest, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in just under 3h 54m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 36m. Birmingham, Alabama and Iowa are separated by a distance of 635 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa?

    The most popular route from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa is Birmingham - Omaha Eppley Airfield. You may also consider Birmingham - Des Moines or Birmingham - Cedar Rapids.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa (average of $195). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 Birmingham to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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