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$53+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Iowa

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CHI — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Iowa

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FlightHub
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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$79
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$53
(EaseMyTrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$78 or less

Good one-way deal

$104 or less
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This Southern / Mokulele deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southern / Mokulele is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:20 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 40mSouthern / Mokulele
Tue 10/146:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 4/30$128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1310:01 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/202:51 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/18:35 pmORD - MLI
Nonstop1h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/76:34 pmMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/38:51 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/76:45 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1310:30 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/205:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$191
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/145:37 pmORD - CID
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 6/217:05 amCID - ORD
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/30$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 6/137:21 pmMDW - CID
1 stop3h 31mDelta
Fri 6/2012:04 pmCID - MDW
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/30$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/287:45 amORD - MCW
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/410:00 amMCW - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$202
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/226:24 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sun 5/257:01 amDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/30$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/39:08 pmORD - DSM
2 stops12h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/71:15 pmDSM - ORD
2 stops34h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/238:10 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/305:23 pmCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$239
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Wed 6/119:21 amMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Sun 6/156:07 amDSM - MDW
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/30$239

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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 May 1, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

8:20 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Burlington

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$128

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

10:01 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/20

2:51 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$178

ChicagoMoline

ORD - MLI

ORDMLI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/1

8:35 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/7

6:34 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$179

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

8:51 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

6:45 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

10:30 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 6/20

5:00 am-6:24 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$191

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/14

5:37 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 6/21

7:05 am-12:03 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$199

ChicagoCedar Rapids

MDW - CID

MDWCID

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/13

7:21 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop3h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/20

12:04 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$199

ChicagoMason City

ORD - MCW

ORDMCW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

7:45 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Mason City

Wed 6/4

10:00 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$202

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

6:24 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

7:01 am-11:47 am

1 stop4h 46m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

9:08 pm-9:41 am

2 stops12h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

1:15 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops34h 14m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Iowa

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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, 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 $422). 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 May 1, 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USIA are scheduled on a Wednesday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 Southern / Mokulele, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. United Airlines flights start at $99 while deals on Southwest start at $105 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 GoJet (90%), Republic Airways (89%) and Copa Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Iowa?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Iowa is $151. On average you can expect to pay $263. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield), can usually be booked for $243.

  • 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 $422). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$76Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$130Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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