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$55+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Iowa

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CHI — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$96
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$55
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$89 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/256:40 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Fri 8/19:20 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 6/10$96
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/2510:15 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/297:05 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$109
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/258:25 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 40mSouthern / Mokulele
Sun 6/292:10 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 6/10$121
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/278:20 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/19:20 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/158:10 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/206:37 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/155:09 pmORD - MLI
Nonstop0h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/226:17 amMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/310:01 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/67:57 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/243:40 pmORD - MLI
Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/15:20 pmMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$184
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/188:20 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/278:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/268:01 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/26:03 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$190
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Fri 7/184:37 pmORD - DSM
1 stop24h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/276:32 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$192
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Thu 9/257:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Mon 9/296:00 amOMA - ORD
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$204

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Iowa that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/25

6:40 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Fri 8/1

9:20 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$96

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/25

8:25 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Burlington

Sun 6/29

2:10 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$121

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/27

8:20 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Burlington

Tue 7/1

9:20 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$137

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

8:10 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/20

6:37 am-8:02 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$179

ChicagoMoline

ORD - MLI

ORDMLI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

5:09 pm-6:06 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 7/22

6:17 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/3

10:01 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/6

7:57 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$180

ChicagoMoline

ORD - MLI

ORDMLI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/24

3:40 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 7/1

5:20 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$184

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

8:20 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Des Moines

Sun 7/27

8:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

8:01 am-9:24 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Des Moines

Sat 8/2

6:03 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$190

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

4:37 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop24h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 7/27

6:32 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop26h 58m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa

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Cheapflights Insights

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Chicago to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Iowa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USIA are scheduled on a Tuesday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. United Airlines flights start at $55 while deals on Southern / Mokulele start at $61 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 - Des Moines 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 GoJet (100%), Copa Airlines (92%) and Republic Airways (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Iowa is $189. On average you can expect to pay $294. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield), can usually be booked for $109.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Chicago to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$76Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$112Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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