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$128+ 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:36 amBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:52 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/311:48 pmBHM - CID
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:00 amCID - BHM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/318:34 amBHM - CID
2 stops11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/23:27 pmCID - BHM
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$495
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/175:20 amBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sat 12/206:30 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/16$657
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1710:05 amBHM - OMA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Fri 12/265:25 pmOMA - BHM
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$667
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:00 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops8h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:46 pmDSM - BHM
2 stops14h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$715

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Iowa

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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$304
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

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February

Average price

$696
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Iowa that are best for you.

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Birmingham

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Thu 2/19

5:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/22

4:46 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$304

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Sat 1/31

2:00 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/3

6:35 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$339

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Thu 2/19

2:55 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

8:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$349

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

6:36 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

6:52 pm-1:51 am

1 stop6h 59m

$351

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Wed 12/31

1:48 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/2

8:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$354

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Thu 2/19

1:00 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

5:10 am-3:20 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$359

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Sat 2/21

8:45 am-2:17 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Des Moines

Tue 2/24

3:24 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$364

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Sat 2/21

9:42 am-2:26 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/25

8:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$364

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Fri 3/27

4:18 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/31

5:35 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 15m

$367

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Thu 5/14

7:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/17

5:35 am-11:21 am

1 stop5h 46m

$383

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $379). 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 BHM to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 18, 2025.
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
8,004 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
8,004 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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, United Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in just under 5h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 07m. 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 - Des Moines. You may also consider Birmingham - Omaha Eppley Airfield 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $379). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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