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$199+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — DSM
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Dayton to Iowa
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 February 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/2012:09 pm
DAY
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CID
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 2/235:00 am
CID
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DAY
1 stop6h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/187:00 am
DAY
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OMA
1 stop4h 39m
United Airlines
Sun 2/226:45 pm
OMA
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DAY
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/1811:00 am
DAY
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MLI
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Sun 2/225:22 pm
MLI
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DAY
1 stop5h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/185:47 am
DAY
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OMA
2 stops8h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 2/225:40 am
OMA
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DAY
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 6/266:00 am
DAY
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OMA
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 6/286:00 am
OMA
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DAY
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/185:47 am
DAY
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MLI
2 stops8h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 2/221:36 pm
MLI
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DAY
1 stop6h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 4/39:10 pm
DAY
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CID
1 stop3h 49m
United Airlines
Wed 4/86:34 am
CID
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DAY
1 stop3h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/185:37 pm
DAY
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DSM
1 stop5h 42m
American Airlines
Sun 2/226:32 am
DSM
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DAY
1 stop4h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 2/710:50 am
DAY
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MLI
1 stop5h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 2/95:29 pm
MLI
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DAY
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 2/145:49 pm
DAY
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CID
1 stop4h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 2/188:00 am
CID
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DAY
1 stop4h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/67:00 am
DAY
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MLI
1 stop4h 12m
United Airlines
Sat 2/73:45 pm
MLI
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DAY
1 stop3h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 2/142:10 pm
DAY
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MLI
1 stop3h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 2/186:30 am
MLI
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DAY
1 stop5h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$339

Find flight deals from Dayton to Iowa

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Round-trip from

$254
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One-way from

$199
(Delta)

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Average price

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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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Iowa that are best for you.

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Dayton

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Iowa

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Price

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Fri 2/20

12:09 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

5:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$254

DaytonOmaha

DAY - OMA

DAYOMA

Dayton

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 2/22

6:45 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$279

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Wed 2/18

11:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 2/22

5:22 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$279

DaytonOmaha

DAY - OMA

DAYOMA

Dayton

Wed 2/18

5:47 am-1:27 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 2/22

5:40 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$284

DaytonOmaha

DAY - OMA

DAYOMA

Dayton

Fri 6/26

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 6/28

6:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$294

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Wed 2/18

5:47 am-1:21 pm

2 stops8h 34m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 2/22

1:36 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$294

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Fri 4/3

9:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/8

6:34 am-10:57 am

1 stop3h 23m

$309

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Wed 2/18

5:37 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

6:32 am-12:11 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$309

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Sat 2/14

5:49 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$319

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Sat 2/14

5:49 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 2/18

3:52 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Iowa

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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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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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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 February 3, 2026.
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
9,236 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,216 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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 $279, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Dayton in 4h 39m. The distance between Dayton and Iowa is about 619 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

  • 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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