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$91+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — DSM
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Frontier)

One-way from

$91
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$477

Good round-trip deal

$549 or less

Good one-way deal

$448 or less
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/211:54 amDTW - OMA
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Mon 10/62:16 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$152
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
Mon 10/132:39 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/36:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
Mon 10/62:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/37:17 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop17h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/77:35 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop13h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/307:58 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/38:00 amDSM - DTW
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$207
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/296:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
Fri 10/32:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/236:00 amDTW - OMA
1 stop15h 04mFrontier
Sun 10/268:59 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop27h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/177:26 pmDTW - CID
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/17:00 amCID - DTW
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/307:58 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/28:47 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop15h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/296:10 amDTW - OMA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Fri 10/38:35 pmOMA - DTW
2 stops17h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/36:51 pmDTW - CID
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/41:41 pmCID - DTW
1 stop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/166:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Sun 10/192:37 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$237

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

2:25 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 21m

$201

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

6:51 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/4

5:09 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$229

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/1

1:25 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$229

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/17

7:26 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$229

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/29

7:45 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/6

7:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop3h 42m

$229

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

2:37 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 22m

$237

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

6:05 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 10/4

5:29 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$239

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/21

5:54 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 9/28

6:45 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$254

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/26

6:07 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/29

8:05 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$254

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/1

1:25 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 DTW 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 September 15, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 September 15, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to USIA are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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?

    For a flight from Detroit to Iowa, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa?

    Frontier, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa in just under 5h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 25m. There are 429 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Iowa. 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $104. Users have also found prices from $122 and $189 on Southwest and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa?

    When deciding which route to take from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cedar Rapids or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa?

    Before booking your flight to Iowa from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (80%), WestJet (79%), Delta( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa?

    On average you can expect to pay $545 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa. The cheapest flight overall is $299 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Omaha Eppley Airfield) is currently priced at $335.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Iowa

Discover the top 3 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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