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$152+ 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 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
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 16, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/194:55 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 5/209:06 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop5h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 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
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Fri 4/106:52 pm
CID
-
BHM
1 stop4h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:20 am
BHM
-
DSM
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Wed 5/205:30 am
DSM
-
BHM
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:01 pm
BHM
-
CID
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Sat 4/257:10 am
CID
-
BHM
2 stops8h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2812:41 pm
BHM
-
CID
2 stops9h 33m
American Airlines
Sat 5/26:00 am
CID
-
BHM
2 stops9h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/135:54 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 4/205:01 pm
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop6h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/43:40 pm
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Sat 4/116:15 am
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/14$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:00 am
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop8h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 4/205:05 pm
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/245:32 am
BHM
-
CID
1 stop5h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 7/156:40 pm
CID
-
BHM
1 stop4h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$358
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/175:45 pm
BHM
-
OMA
2 stops5h 15m
Southwest
Mon 4/201:35 pm
OMA
-
BHM
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 7/225:05 am
BHM
-
CID
1 stop7h 19m
American Airlines
Sat 7/256:00 am
CID
-
BHM
1 stop5h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:55 pm
BHM
-
OMA
1 stop5h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 5/63:17 pm
OMA
-
BHM
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$373

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Iowa

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One-way from

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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 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Iowa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Tue 4/28

12:41 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-3:57 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$319

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Sat 4/4

3:40 pm-1:25 am

1 stop9h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 4/11

6:15 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$347

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Mon 4/13

5:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

5:01 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$347

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Fri 4/17

8:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/20

5:05 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$357

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Wed 7/22

5:05 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 7/25

6:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$368

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Tue 5/5

6:20 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/6

1:50 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$373
Quickest round-trip

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

7:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/4

5:29 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$384

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

6:25 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 55m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/7

1:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$385

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Wed 4/15

2:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

1:10 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$385

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Sat 5/23

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/23

5:04 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$392

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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 16, 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
8,296 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
8,296 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
11,466 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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?

    American Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in just under 8h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 25m. Birmingham, Alabama and Iowa are separated by a distance of 732 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 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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