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$55+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — DSM
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/85:45 amIAD - OMA
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Mon 12/154:28 pmOMA - IAD
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$111
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Fri 11/142:00 pmDCA - OMA
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Thu 11/208:22 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$141
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/142:00 pmDCA - OMA
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Sun 11/167:46 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop16h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$153
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:00 pmDCA - OMA
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Sun 12/142:18 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$175
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/68:15 amDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$183
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/78:15 amDCA - OMA
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Sun 11/97:46 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop16h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$188
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Sat 11/152:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop24h 47mFrontier
Mon 11/172:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/118:00 amDCA - OMA
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Sun 12/142:18 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$193
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Thu 11/68:15 amDCA - OMA
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Sun 11/97:46 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop20h 13mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$203
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Thu 11/68:15 amDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$209
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 11/78:15 amDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$213
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:15 amDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Sun 11/162:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop21h 30mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$214

Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$417

Good round-trip deal

$350 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Iowa that are best for you.

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District of Columbia

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Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/15

2:00 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop24h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

2:32 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$189

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/19

6:26 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/22

5:12 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/18

6:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 42m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 12/22

6:30 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 28m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/28

7:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 12/5

6:30 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 28m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/8

6:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 42m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 1/12

5:29 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

IAD - MLI

IADMLI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

6:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 20m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 12/5

10:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/19

7:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 11/19

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$251

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/11

6:26 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/22

5:12 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$254

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/10

6:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/22

1:00 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$254

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/10

1:00 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 11/21

3:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Iowa

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Iowa (average of $74). Flying from District of Columbia to Iowa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 DC to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from District of Columbia to Iowa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from District of Columbia to Iowa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from District of Columbia to Iowa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their District of Columbia to Iowa flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from District of Columbia to Iowa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Iowa?

    A quick flight from District of Columbia to Iowa can take about 4h 42m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $249. District of Columbia and Iowa are separated by a distance of 732 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 District of Columbia to Iowa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $114. Users have also found prices from $126 and $144 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Iowa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Iowa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Iowa (average of $74). Flying from District of Columbia to Iowa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 4 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$74Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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