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 $89. Users have also found prices from $142 and $148 on Southwest and Allegiant Air, respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from District of Columbia to Iowa?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 52 days in advance to save up to 181% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 52 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from District of Columbia to Iowa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $403, or $417 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Iowa. Flights to Iowa from District of Columbia in September are about $437 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $286.

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

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

Sat 5/241:00 pmDCA - CID

1 stop7h 13mFrontier

Sun 5/258:08 pmCID - DCA

1 stop14h 59mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$252

Thu 6/56:00 pmDCA - DSM

1 stop26h 53mFrontier

Mon 6/98:38 pmDSM - DCA

1 stop24h 21mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$268

Thu 5/2912:55 pmIAD - DSM

3 stops11h 32mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/305:25 pmDSM - IAD

1 stop20h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$279

Thu 7/36:20 amIAD - DSM

1 stop4h 59mDelta

Thu 7/32:43 pmDSM - IAD

1 stop7h 36mDelta

Deal found 4/29

$293

Wed 9/32:25 pmIAD - DSM

1 stop8h 00mSouthwest

Wed 9/106:30 amDSM - IAD

1 stop8h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 4/29

$297

Wed 9/38:00 amDCA - DSM

1 stop4h 25mSouthwest

Wed 9/108:25 amDSM - DCA

1 stop6h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 4/29

$297

Wed 6/117:29 amDCA - OMA

1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines

Tue 6/172:34 pmOMA - DCA

1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$303

Wed 7/21:08 pmIAD - OMA

1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines

Tue 7/86:16 pmOMA - IAD

1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$303

Sat 5/247:00 amDCA - OMA

1 stop13h 06mFrontier

Sun 5/257:51 pmOMA - DCA

1 stop15h 16mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$305

Sun 6/2211:12 amIAD - DSM

1 stop12h 25mAllegiant Air

Wed 6/2510:31 amDSM - IAD

1 stop23h 31mAllegiant Air

Deal found 4/29

$313

Sat 5/243:35 pmDCA - DSM

1 stop6h 31mDelta

Tue 5/275:50 pmDSM - DCA

1 stop4h 25mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$322

Wed 5/288:00 amDCA - OMA

Nonstop3h 00mDelta

Wed 6/410:40 amOMA - DCA

Nonstop2h 34mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$323

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Wed 5/146:00 pmDCA - CID

1 stop26h 11mFrontier

Fri 5/168:16 pmCID - DCA

1 stop24h 43mFrontier

Deal found 4/27

$251

Thu 5/2912:55 pmIAD - DSM

3 stops11h 32mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/305:25 pmDSM - IAD

1 stop20h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$279

Thu 7/36:20 amIAD - DSM

1 stop4h 59mDelta

Thu 7/32:43 pmDSM - IAD

1 stop7h 36mDelta

Deal found 4/29

$293

Tue 5/276:55 pmDCA - DSM

1 stop4h 10mSouthwest

Wed 5/284:45 pmDSM - DCA

1 stop4h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 4/29

$297

Wed 6/115:00 amDCA - OMA

1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines

Tue 6/176:04 pmOMA - DCA

1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$303

Thu 6/1211:52 amIAD - DSM

1 stop11h 45mAllegiant Air

Thu 6/196:30 amDSM - IAD

2 stops30h 53mAllegiant Air

Deal found 4/28

$311

Sat 5/245:00 pmDCA - SUX

1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines

Tue 6/310:10 amSUX - DCA

1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$324

Thu 6/56:00 pmDCA - DSM

1 stop26h 53mFrontier

Mon 6/98:38 pmDSM - DCA

1 stop24h 21mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$268

Wed 7/21:08 pmIAD - OMA

1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines

Tue 7/86:16 pmOMA - IAD

1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$303

Wed 9/104:30 pmDCA - OMA

Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest

Thu 9/1110:35 amOMA - DCA

Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 4/29

$319

Wed 5/288:00 amDCA - OMA

Nonstop3h 00mDelta

Wed 6/410:40 amOMA - DCA

Nonstop2h 34mDelta

Deal found 4/29

$323

Thu 5/297:00 amDCA - OMA

1 stop13h 07mFrontier

Sat 5/317:51 pmOMA - DCA

1 stop15h 09mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$308

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Mon 5/51:00 pmDCA - OMA

1 stop8h 02mFrontier

Thu 5/89:02 pmOMA - DCA

1 stop23h 57mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$341

Tue 5/65:32 pmIAD - CID

1 stop6h 35mDelta

Tue 7/15:56 amCID - IAD

1 stop7h 40mDelta

Deal found 4/27

$423

Tue 5/612:29 pmIAD - MLI

1 stop4h 51mDelta

Mon 5/125:15 pmMLI - IAD

2 stops17h 30mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$511

Tue 5/68:30 amIAD - CID

1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines

Tue 5/138:05 amCID - IAD

2 stops12h 11mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$545

Tue 5/65:26 pmIAD - CID

1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/147:11 amCID - IAD

1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$553

Wed 5/72:55 pmDCA - DSM

1 stop8h 10mSouthwest

Wed 5/144:45 pmDSM - DCA

1 stop4h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 4/29

$391

Wed 5/710:04 amDCA - CID

Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines

Wed 7/212:42 pmCID - DCA

Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$403

Wed 5/712:26 pmDCA - CID

2 stops11h 34mDelta

Wed 7/25:56 amCID - DCA

1 stop5h 49mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$428

Wed 5/710:23 amDCA - DSM

Nonstop2h 55mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/147:20 amDSM - DCA

1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$442

Wed 5/79:59 amDCA - MLI

2 stops13h 58mDelta

Wed 5/146:00 amMLI - DCA

2 stops11h 59mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$458

Fri 5/96:00 amIAD - DSM

1 stop4h 37mDelta

Tue 5/136:30 amDSM - IAD

1 stop4h 36mDelta

Deal found 4/29

$478

Fri 5/96:59 amDCA - DSM

1 stop4h 42mDelta

Tue 5/136:30 amDSM - DCA

1 stop4h 01mDelta

Deal found 4/29

$478

One-way flights from District of Columbia to Iowa
Search for one-way flight options from District of Columbia to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

Mon 6/21:00 pmDCA - DSM

1 stop7h 53mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$89

Sat 5/311:00 pmDCA - CID

1 stop7h 13mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$89

Sun 5/47:00 amDCA - OMA

1 stop14h 02mFrontier

Deal found 4/29

$96

Sat 6/711:33 amIAD - OMA

1 stop23h 44mFrontier

Deal found 4/28

$137

Tue 6/174:35 pmDCA - OMA

Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 4/27

$142

Thu 6/1911:52 amIAD - DSM

1 stop11h 45mAllegiant Air

Deal found 4/28

$148

Mon 6/234:54 pmIAD - OMA

2 stops17h 11mAllegiant Air

Deal found 4/28

$149

Wed 6/183:30 pmDCA - OMA

1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$152

Wed 6/258:25 amIAD - OMA

1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$152

Sat 7/56:30 amIAD - DSM

1 stop6h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 4/29

$154

Fri 7/49:10 amIAD - OMA

2 stops12h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$157

Wed 6/188:00 amDCA - OMA

Nonstop2h 56mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$162

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Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

1:00 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/25

8:08 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop14h 59m

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Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/5

6:00 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop26h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

8:38 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 21m

$268

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

12:55 pm-11:27 pm

3 stops11h 32m

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

5:25 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$279

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/3

6:20 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Thu 7/3

2:43 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$293

Washington, D.C.Omaha

DCA - OMA

DCAOMA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/11

7:29 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/17

2:34 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$303

Washington, D.C.Omaha

IAD - OMA

IADOMA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/2

1:08 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/8

6:16 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$303

Washington, D.C.Omaha

DCA - OMA

DCAOMA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

7:00 am-7:06 pm

1 stop13h 06m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/25

7:51 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop15h 16m

$305

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

3:50 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

5:25 am-11:15 am

1 stop4h 50m

$312

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/22

11:12 am-10:37 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

10:31 am-11:02 am

1 stop23h 31m

$313

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

3:35 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

5:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$322

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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 $336). Flying from District of Columbia to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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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Rainfall in Iowa by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from District of Columbia to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,295 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,936 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,696 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Allegiant Air

7.3

Good

734 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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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 $89. Users have also found prices from $142 and $148 on Southwest and Allegiant Air, 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 $336). Flying from District of Columbia to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 5 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Iowa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$132	Average$256	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$196	Average$376	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$223	Average$410	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$268	Average$487	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$322	Average$495	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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