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$44+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — DSM
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1210:50 am
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Contour
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Deal found 1/28$87
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2510:50 am
ORD
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Contour
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ORD
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Contour
Deal found 1/27$88
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2010:50 am
ORD
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Contour
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ORD
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Deal found 1/26$89
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1910:50 am
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Contour
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ORD
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Deal found 1/28$90
This Contour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Contour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2410:50 am
ORD
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Contour
Wed 2/254:25 pm
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ORD
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Contour
Deal found 1/28$100
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/310:50 am
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Contour
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ORD
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Contour
Deal found 1/27$104
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/306:25 pm
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Contour
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Contour
Deal found 1/27$107
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/46:25 pm
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Contour
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Contour
Deal found 1/27$125
This Contour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Contour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/610:50 am
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Contour
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Deal found 1/27$134
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/241:00 pm
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United Airlines
Tue 3/33:24 pm
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United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/228:50 pm
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Deal found 1/28$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/812:18 pm
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Deal found 1/27$164

Find flight deals from Chicago to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$87
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$44
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$89 or less

Good one-way deal

$28 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Iowa that are best for you.

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ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 2/15

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$87

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 4/5

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$87

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/12

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Mon 2/16

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$87

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Tue 3/31

8:45 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$88

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 3/29

8:45 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$88

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/3

6:45 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 4/5

9:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$88

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/20

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sat 3/28

8:45 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$89

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 2/22

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$90

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 3/8

8:45 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$90

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 2/22

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$100

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Iowa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa (average of $76). Flying from Chicago to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 CHI to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Iowa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Iowa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Iowa. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Iowa flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Iowa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to USIA are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Iowa, such as Contour, 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.
Contour
7.6
Good
42 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo
Contour
7.6
Good
42 reviews
Contour
7.6
Good
42 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Contour
7.6
Good
42 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,200 reviews
Contour
7.6
Good
42 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Iowa?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Iowa can take about 1h 20m. Contour provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $87. There are 186 mi between Chicago and Iowa. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Contour, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $28. Denver Air Connection flights start at $64 while deals on American Airlines start at $94 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines or Chicago Midway - Omaha Eppley Airfield when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Iowa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Iowa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Iowa are Emirates (100%), GoJet (89%) and Envoy Air (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Iowa is $94. On average you can expect to pay $250. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield), can usually be booked for $214.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa (average of $76). Flying from Chicago to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ContourCheapest$88Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$130Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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