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$249+ Cheap flights from Charlottesville (CHO) to Iowa

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHO — DSM
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charlottesville to Iowa

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458
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Cheapest flights from Charlottesville to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlottesville to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/257:01 amCHO - DSM
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/13:15 pmDSM - CHO
1 stop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 11/186:00 amCHO - DSM
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Sun 11/235:35 amDSM - CHO
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/30$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/186:10 amCHO - DSM
2 stops10h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/2311:26 amDSM - CHO
2 stops7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/126:06 pmCHO - MLI
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Sat 11/155:12 pmMLI - CHO
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/29$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/125:17 pmCHO - MLI
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1510:52 amMLI - CHO
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/14:05 pmCHO - MLI
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Tue 11/46:00 amMLI - CHO
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/27$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/257:01 amCHO - DSM
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/281:05 pmDSM - CHO
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/187:01 amCHO - DSM
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/2111:26 amDSM - CHO
1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/110:56 amCHO - MLI
2 stops13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/46:17 amMLI - CHO
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/197:01 amCHO - DSM
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/248:02 amDSM - CHO
1 stop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$491
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/196:05 amCHO - LSE
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/36:00 amLSE - CHO
2 stops6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$518
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 11/186:00 amCHO - DSM
2 stops12h 12mDelta
Fri 11/216:50 amDSM - CHO
2 stops9h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/30$522

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlottesville 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlottesville to Iowa that are best for you.

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Charlottesville

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlottesvilleDes Moines

CHO - DSM

CHODSM

Charlottesville Albemarle

Tue 11/25

7:01 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

3:15 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$249

CharlottesvilleDes Moines

CHO - DSM

CHODSM

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Tue 2/24

7:25 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$249

CharlottesvilleDes Moines

CHO - DSM

CHODSM

Charlottesville Albemarle

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

5:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 45m

$264

CharlottesvilleDes Moines

CHO - DSM

CHODSM

Charlottesville Albemarle

Tue 11/18

6:10 am-4:07 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

11:26 am-7:31 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$274

CharlottesvilleMoline

CHO - MLI

CHOMLI

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 11/12

6:06 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/15

5:12 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$279

CharlottesvilleMoline

CHO - MLI

CHOMLI

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 11/12

5:17 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/15

10:52 am-11:56 pm

2 stops12h 04m

$284

CharlottesvilleOmaha

CHO - OMA

CHOOMA

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$311

CharlottesvilleDes Moines

CHO - DSM

CHODSM

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 2/21

6:20 am-2:27 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Des Moines

Tue 2/24

3:24 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$329

CharlottesvilleOmaha

CHO - OMA

CHOOMA

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 2/21

10:45 am-8:12 pm

2 stops10h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/24

3:27 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops6h 32m

$339

CharlottesvilleOmaha

CHO - OMA

CHOOMA

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 2/21

7:57 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/24

5:19 am-4:20 pm

2 stops10h 01m

$386

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Best time to book a flight from Charlottesville to Iowa

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlottesville to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlottesville to Iowa (average of $74). Flying from Charlottesville to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 CHO to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlottesville 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlottesville to Iowa at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charlottesville to Iowa?

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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlottesville to Iowa, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Iowa from Charlottesville, you will be flying from Albemarle, which is the city’s only airport. Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) is located 7.6 mi from the center of Charlottesville.

  • How long is the flight from Charlottesville to Iowa?

    Departing from Charlottesville to Iowa will take you 5h 43m. The distance from Charlottesville to Iowa is about 838 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlottesville to Iowa one-way?

    $314 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $519 and $678, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Charlottesville to Iowa?

    The most popular route from Charlottesville to Iowa is Charlottesville Albemarle - Omaha Eppley Airfield. You may also consider Charlottesville Albemarle - Des Moines or Charlottesville Albemarle - Moline Quad-City.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlottesville to Iowa (average of $74). Flying from Charlottesville to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 3 airlines flying from Charlottesville to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Charlottesville 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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