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$39+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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.
DTW — DSM
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Michigan to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1710:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Sun 12/214:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/14$68
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/236:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Wed 12/244:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/15$72
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Fri 1/29:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/14$77
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/306:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Sat 1/34:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/15$86
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/1910:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Thu 1/19:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/15$87
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/316:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Mon 1/59:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/15$89
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:50 amORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Tue 12/309:00 amBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 10mContour
Deal found 12/15$112
This Contour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Contour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:25 pmORD - BRL
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Sat 12/274:25 pmBRL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mContour
Deal found 12/15$148
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.
Wed 12/248:31 amORD - CID
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$218
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 12/2911:30 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/28:45 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$219
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 12/248:47 amORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:18 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$224
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.
Sun 12/2110:20 pmORD - CID
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amCID - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$224

Find flight deals from Michigan to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$72
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$39
(Contour)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$549

Good round-trip deal

$589 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Iowa that are best for you.

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ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/28

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Wed 12/31

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$72

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/29

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Fri 1/2

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$77

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Mon 1/5

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$80

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/30

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sat 1/3

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$86

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Mon 1/5

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$89

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Wed 1/14

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$89

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/27

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Mon 12/29

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$89

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Sun 2/15

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$89

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/12

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Mon 2/16

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/8

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/12

3:10 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Iowa (average of $196). Flying from Michigan to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 MI to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Michigan to Iowa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Michigan to Iowa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Michigan to Iowa in 1h 20m. Fly via Contour, Southwest, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 186 mi between Michigan and Iowa. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Michigan to Iowa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. United Airlines flights start at $98 while deals on Delta start at $108 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Iowa (average of $196). Flying from Michigan to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 Michigan to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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