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$229+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — DSM
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

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(United Airlines)

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February

Average price

$360
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/285:50 pmDAY - CID
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/36:35 amCID - DAY
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/307:00 amDAY - MLI
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/76:30 amMLI - DAY
1 stop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/282:17 pmDAY - CID
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/311:29 amCID - DAY
2 stops8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/207:06 amDAY - DSM
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/275:41 amDSM - DAY
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/206:00 amDAY - DSM
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Thu 11/276:17 amDSM - DAY
2 stops8h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/2$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/186:17 pmDAY - OMA
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/226:27 pmOMA - DAY
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/216:15 pmDAY - DSM
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/231:47 pmDSM - DAY
2 stops7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/187:30 pmDAY - OMA
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/2511:12 amOMA - DAY
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/146:00 amDAY - OMA
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Mon 11/175:10 amOMA - DAY
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/3$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/146:00 amDAY - OMA
2 stops9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/175:00 amOMA - DAY
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/228:59 amDAY - DSM
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:57 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/134:10 pmDAY - DSM
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sat 11/155:35 amDSM - DAY
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Deal found 11/3$339

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Iowa that are best for you.

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Dayton

Fly to

Iowa

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Return

Price

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Fri 11/28

5:50 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/3

6:35 am-1:18 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$229

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Sun 11/30

7:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 12/7

6:30 am-11:08 am

1 stop3h 38m

$229

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Fri 11/28

2:17 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/3

11:29 am-9:08 pm

2 stops8h 39m

$234

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 11/20

7:06 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

5:41 am-12:14 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$264

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Fri 11/21

7:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

11:26 am-5:06 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$264

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

6:17 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 03m

$269

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-1:29 pm

2 stops8h 29m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/24

11:07 am-6:40 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$294

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Fri 11/21

6:15 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

1:47 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops7h 24m

$299

DaytonOmaha

DAY - OMA

DAYOMA

Dayton

Thu 12/18

7:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 12/25

11:12 am-4:43 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$308

DaytonOmaha

DAY - OMA

DAYOMA

Dayton

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/17

5:10 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Iowa

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Iowa (average of $143). Flying from Dayton to Iowa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 DAY to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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 November 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Dayton to Iowa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 November 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dayton to Iowa, such as 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Iowa from Dayton, you will be flying from Dayton, which is the city’s only airport. Dayton (DAY) is located 10.0 mi from the center of Dayton.

  • How long is the flight from Dayton to Iowa?

    For as low as $229, United Airlines can have you in Iowa from Dayton in 4h 39m. The distance between Dayton and Iowa is about 414 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 Dayton to Iowa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $337. American Airlines flights start at $342 while deals on Delta start at $349 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Dayton to Iowa are Dayton - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Dayton - Des Moines and Dayton - Moline Quad-City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Iowa (average of $143). Flying from Dayton to Iowa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 Dayton to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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