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$100+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — DSM
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/127:20 am
DTW
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DSM
1 stop6h 58m
Frontier
Wed 10/142:31 pm
DSM
-
DTW
1 stop8h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:20 am
DTW
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DSM
1 stop6h 58m
Frontier
Fri 10/162:31 pm
DSM
-
DTW
1 stop8h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$230
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:55 am
DTW
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CID
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
Sun 9/62:38 pm
CID
-
DTW
1 stop19h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/287:40 am
DTW
-
CID
1 stop7h 26m
Frontier
Thu 7/303:01 pm
CID
-
DTW
1 stop20h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:20 am
DTW
-
DSM
1 stop6h 58m
Frontier
Mon 10/192:31 pm
DSM
-
DTW
1 stop8h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:08 am
DTW
-
DSM
1 stop7h 48m
Frontier
Mon 9/282:51 pm
DSM
-
DTW
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$255
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:55 am
DTW
-
DSM
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Fri 8/282:19 pm
DSM
-
DTW
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$260
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 9/512:20 pm
DTW
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OMA
1 stop26h 13m
Frontier
Mon 9/72:18 pm
OMA
-
DTW
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$269
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:55 am
DTW
-
DSM
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Mon 9/72:19 pm
DSM
-
DTW
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Tue 9/87:50 pm
DTW
-
CID
1 stop4h 09m
Delta
Tue 9/1512:10 pm
CID
-
DTW
1 stop5h 27m
Delta
Deal found 7/26$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/74:23 pm
DTW
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DSM
1 stop25h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/113:54 pm
DSM
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DTW
1 stop20h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:55 am
DTW
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OMA
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Sun 9/62:18 pm
OMA
-
DTW
1 stop8h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$280

Find flight deals from Detroit to Iowa

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$225
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$100
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$439 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Iowa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

12:37 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop4h 02m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/16

6:39 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 06m

$275

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/18

7:31 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/22

7:55 am-3:29 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$287

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/24

9:03 pm-12:08 am

1 stop4h 05m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 9/5

7:22 pm-1:07 am

1 stop4h 45m

$299

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/4

6:10 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-2:11 pm

2 stops7h 11m

$304

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/13

6:00 am-12:31 pm

2 stops7h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 9/19

6:32 am-1:25 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$316

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/8

7:11 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/15

6:25 am-2:11 pm

2 stops6h 46m

$317

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/14

7:30 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/17

3:20 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$321

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/7

9:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/10

8:15 am-5:55 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$326

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/7

8:50 am-12:36 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 8/11

10:30 am-3:29 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$329

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

7:45 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 8/12

5:40 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 47m

$329

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Iowa

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Iowa (average of $299). Flying from Detroit to Iowa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $522). 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 DTT to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 July 27, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to Iowa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 July 27, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to USIA are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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 July 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Detroit to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,836 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 0.6 mi from the city center, Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Iowa from Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Iowa?

    Departing from Detroit to Iowa will take you 4h 02m. Detroit and Iowa are separated by a distance of 429 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular route from Detroit to Iowa is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines. You may also consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Omaha Eppley Airfield or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cedar Rapids.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Iowa?

    Consider WestJet (73%), Delta (72%) or Endeavor Airlines (72%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Iowa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Iowa?

    While on average a flight from Detroit to Iowa is generally $529, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $439. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $347 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Iowa (average of $299). Flying from Detroit to Iowa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $522). 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 Detroit to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$314Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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