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$115+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Iowa

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IND — DSM
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Iowa

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:00 amIND - OMA
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:00 amOMA - IND
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:30 amIND - OMA
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Sun 12/285:47 pmOMA - IND
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/12$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/248:21 amIND - OMA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/303:44 pmOMA - IND
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:50 amIND - OMA
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Thu 1/17:45 amOMA - IND
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:15 amIND - DSM
1 stop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/56:46 pmDSM - IND
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:25 pmIND - OMA
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:00 amOMA - IND
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:00 pmIND - OMA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:45 amOMA - IND
2 stops5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:15 pmIND - OMA
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:20 pmOMA - IND
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$417
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/204:29 pmIND - DSM
1 stop22h 37mAllegiant Air
Tue 12/233:11 pmDSM - IND
1 stop26h 43mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/14$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:10 amIND - OMA
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Tue 12/307:55 pmOMA - IND
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$461
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/291:09 pmIND - DSM
2 stops35h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/56:35 amDSM - IND
1 stop8h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/157:50 amIND - DSM
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/213:38 pmDSM - IND
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$517

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Iowa

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Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Delta)

One-way from

$115
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$340
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From Indianapolis to Iowa
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Indianapolis

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

7:05 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

10:59 am-4:01 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$240

IndianapolisCedar Rapids

IND - CID

INDCID

Indianapolis

Wed 1/7

12:52 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/11

6:30 am-11:47 am

1 stop4h 17m

$249

IndianapolisOmaha

IND - OMA

INDOMA

Indianapolis

Wed 1/7

4:53 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops20h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/9

1:11 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$263

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Wed 1/21

5:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

6:48 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 42m

$264

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Thu 1/22

5:10 am-10:46 pm

1 stop18h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

11:09 am-6:23 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$275

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Thu 1/22

11:25 am-2:33 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

6:48 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 42m

$277

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Thu 1/22

6:13 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

5:49 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 18m

$277

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

6:10 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-5:55 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$285

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Sun 1/4

4:51 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 04m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

2:58 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$286

IndianapolisOmaha

IND - OMA

INDOMA

Indianapolis

Tue 1/20

10:28 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/22

6:05 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 25m

$288

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Iowa

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Iowa (average of $157). Flying from Indianapolis to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 IND to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 December 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Indianapolis to Iowa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Indianapolis to Iowa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to Iowa?

    Indianapolis (IND) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Indianapolis to Iowa. It is only a 8.3 mi journey to Indianapolis (IND) from Indianapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Iowa?

    Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Indianapolis to Iowa in just under 4h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 31m. The distance from Indianapolis to Iowa is about 406 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 Indianapolis to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Indianapolis to Iowa are American Airlines ($114), Delta ($123), and United Airlines ($128).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Iowa (average of $157). Flying from Indianapolis to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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