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$157+ 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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — DSM
May 25 — Jun 11
Mon 5/25
Mon 6/1
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 25, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 7/186:15 pm
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1 stop4h 26m
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Sun 8/26:25 am
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1 stop3h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/56:03 pm
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1 stop4h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 5/96:41 pm
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1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/512:35 pm
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1 stop6h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 5/96:00 am
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2 stops10h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 9/912:16 pm
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DSM
1 stop5h 06m
American Airlines
Wed 9/165:00 am
DSM
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DAY
1 stop4h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/28:45 am
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OMA
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 5/56:00 am
OMA
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1 stop4h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/212:45 pm
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OMA
1 stop6h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 5/55:17 am
OMA
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1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/26:31 am
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DSM
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 7/51:04 pm
DSM
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1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 11/206:40 pm
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OMA
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Sun 11/225:35 am
OMA
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1 stop7h 24m
Delta
Deal found 4/22$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/136:30 pm
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LSE
1 stop6h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 5/175:40 am
LSE
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1 stop5h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/15:45 am
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OMA
1 stop5h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 5/56:00 am
OMA
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DAY
1 stop4h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 6/267:15 am
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OMA
1 stop4h 12m
United Airlines
Sat 7/43:13 pm
OMA
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1 stop4h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/86:30 pm
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CID
1 stop6h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 5/116:00 am
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1 stop5h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$369

Find flight deals from Dayton to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dayton to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated April 25, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$368
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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 April 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Iowa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Sat 7/18

6:15 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 8/2

6:25 am-11:04 am

1 stop3h 39m

$309

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Tue 5/5

6:03 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/9

6:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$319

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Tue 5/5

12:35 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-5:33 pm

2 stops10h 33m

$324

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Wed 9/9

12:16 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Des Moines

Wed 9/16

5:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop4h 22m

$329

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 7/2

5:50 am-12:56 pm

2 stops8h 06m

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

1:04 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$355

DaytonLa Crosse

DAY - LSE

DAYLSE

Dayton

Wed 5/13

6:30 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 24m

La Crosse

Sun 5/17

5:40 am-12:03 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$364

DaytonOmaha

DAY - OMA

DAYOMA

Dayton

Fri 6/26

7:15 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 12m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 7/4

3:13 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$368
Quickest round-trip

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Tue 5/19

7:15 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/26

6:25 am-11:04 am

1 stop3h 39m

$379

DaytonCedar Rapids

DAY - CID

DAYCID

Dayton

Tue 5/12

6:03 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/16

8:00 am-3:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$379

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Sat 8/8

7:55 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 8/14

2:29 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$379

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Iowa (average of $248). Flying from Dayton to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $428). 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 April 25, 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
9,650 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,650 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,650 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,672 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,650 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

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 $309, United Airlines can have you in Iowa from Dayton in 4h 26m. 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 most popular routes from Dayton to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from Dayton to Iowa are Dayton - Des Moines, Dayton - Cedar Rapids and Dayton - Omaha Eppley Airfield.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Iowa (average of $248). Flying from Dayton to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $428). 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 April 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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