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$149+ 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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — DSM
Oct 25 — Nov 11
Sat 10/25
Sat 11/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Iowa

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Round-trip from

$284
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$426
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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 September 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/85:00 pmBHM - CID
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/126:39 pmCID - BHM
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/24$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/297:24 amBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Tue 11/42:13 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Deal found 9/24$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 11/86:15 amBHM - OMA
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Tue 11/115:10 amOMA - BHM
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 9/25$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:00 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/305:00 amDSM - BHM
2 stops7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/23$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/810:57 amBHM - OMA
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/116:45 amOMA - BHM
2 stops9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/23$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 10/255:24 amBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Mon 10/276:39 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Deal found 9/25$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/259:40 amBHM - DSM
2 stops6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/273:56 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Mon 11/243:00 pmBHM - OMA
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/281:05 pmOMA - BHM
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/24$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 11/2410:12 amBHM - OMA
2 stops7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/283:38 pmOMA - BHM
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/24$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/225:52 amBHM - DSM
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/243:31 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/23$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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.
Fri 10/246:25 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/273:56 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/22$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/75:57 pmBHM - OMA
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sat 11/87:04 amOMA - BHM
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/25$337

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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 September 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Wed 10/8

5:00 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/12

6:39 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$284

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-3:47 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/21

12:05 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops10h 48m

$289

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Mon 11/24

5:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop4h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/27

12:00 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$297

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Sat 11/8

6:15 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

5:10 am-12:11 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$297

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Wed 10/15

4:20 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/21

10:29 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$297

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Wed 10/29

12:05 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

5:33 am-1:05 pm

2 stops7h 32m

$302

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Sat 11/8

10:57 am-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

6:45 am-4:16 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$302

BirminghamOmaha

BHM - OMA

BHMOMA

Birmingham

Mon 11/24

10:12 am-5:55 pm

2 stops7h 43m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/27

6:11 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$302

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Sat 10/25

5:24 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

6:39 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$312

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM - CID

BHMCID

Birmingham

Wed 2/18

7:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/21

5:27 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$319

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 September 25, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa as you normally would.

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 September 25, 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
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in just under 4h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 02m. 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 September 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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