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$34+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DSM
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/2610:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
mar. 12/309:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/11$67
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
mar. 12/166:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
dom. 12/214:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/11$68
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/2510:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
jue. 1/19:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/10$69
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
sáb. 12/2010:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
jue. 12/259:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/10$70
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/126:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
sáb. 12/209:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/10$78
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
lun. 12/2910:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
sáb. 1/34:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/11$79
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/306:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
sáb. 1/34:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/10$80
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/126:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
sáb. 12/139:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/11$148
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/318:30 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
vie. 1/26:40 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
vie. 12/266:40 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/36:57 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/2511:39 amORD - MLI
Nonstop1h 01mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/297:47 pmMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/243:20 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
jue. 1/16:00 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$215

Find flight deals from Illinois to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$67
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$34
(Booking.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$354

Good round-trip deal

$83 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Iowa that are best for you.

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ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 12/26

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

mar. 12/30

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$67

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 12/27

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

mié. 12/31

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$67

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 12/26

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

lun. 12/29

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$67

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/24

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

jue. 12/25

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$67

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/25

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

jue. 1/1

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$69

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/29

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

sáb. 1/3

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$79

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 12/30

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

sáb. 1/3

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$80

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/19

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

mar. 2/24

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$89

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/14

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

mar. 1/20

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$98

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/12

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

lun. 2/16

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Iowa

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Iowa (average of $165). Flying from Illinois to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 IL to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% on flights from Illinois to Iowa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Iowa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Iowa flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USIA are scheduled on a Thursday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Denver Air Connection, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Illinois to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Denver Air Connection
8.7
Very good

Comfort

8.9

Boarding

8.7

Food

8.4

Crew

9.4

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.7
Denver Air Connection
8.7
Very good
Denver Air Connection
8.7
Very good

Comfort

8.9

Boarding

8.7

Food

8.4

Crew

9.4

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.7
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Denver Air Connection
8.7
Very good

Comfort

8.9

Boarding

8.7

Food

8.4

Crew

9.4

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.7
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Denver Air Connection
8.7
Very good

Comfort

8.9

Boarding

8.7

Food

8.4

Crew

9.4

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.7
Southern / Mokulele
6.8
Okay
30 reviews
Denver Air Connection
8.7
Very good

Comfort

8.9

Boarding

8.7

Food

8.4

Crew

9.4

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.7

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Illinois to Iowa can take about 1h 10m. Contour provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $179. The distance between Illinois and Iowa is about 196 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Iowa (average of $165). Flying from Illinois to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 Illinois to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$76Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$130Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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