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$64+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — DSM
Jan 24 — Jan 311
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/306:00 amMSP - MLI
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/21:00 pmMLI - MSP
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/256:15 amMSP - MLI
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/285:33 pmMLI - MSP
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/239:30 pmMSP - CID
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Fri 12/264:21 pmCID - MSP
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/22$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/316:14 pmMSP - OMA
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Sun 1/412:19 pmOMA - MSP
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/23$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/311:31 pmMSP - OMA
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:18 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/256:35 pmMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Mon 1/510:59 amDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/22$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Tue 12/3010:05 amMSP - OMA
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Sat 1/36:42 amOMA - MSP
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/25$449
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Mon 12/297:10 pmMSP - OMA
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Wed 12/316:00 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/258:30 amMSP - DSM
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/53:14 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/245:02 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/273:14 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Tue 12/301:31 pmMSP - OMA
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/37:01 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Thu 12/256:35 pmMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Sat 12/275:55 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/23$519

Find flight deals from Minnesota to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated December 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$344

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$298 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-Des Moines flight deals.
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From Minnesota to Iowa
One-way flight from Minnesota to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minnesota to Iowa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minnesota to Iowa.

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

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Minnesota

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Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/20

10:19 am-11:38 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/22

12:23 pm-1:44 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/22

2:20 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/29

12:11 pm-1:34 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$229

MinneapolisMoline

MSP - MLI

MSPMLI

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/21

11:20 am-3:09 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 1/25

10:47 am-3:48 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$239

DuluthCedar Rapids

DLH - CID

DLHCID

Duluth Intl

Thu 1/8

3:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/12

5:27 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$248

DuluthOmaha

DLH - OMA

DLHOMA

Duluth Intl

Fri 1/9

4:24 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop3h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/13

12:16 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop3h 28m

$248

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/22

8:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/29

6:35 am-10:23 am

1 stop3h 48m

$249

MinneapolisMoline

MSP - MLI

MSPMLI

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/7

9:55 am-3:09 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 1/11

5:29 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$249

MinneapolisOmaha

MSP - OMA

MSPOMA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/25

6:21 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/30

9:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$249

MinneapolisOmaha

MSP - OMA

MSPOMA

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/22

10:05 am-11:36 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/29

12:16 pm-1:41 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$249

MinneapolisOmaha

MSP - OMA

MSPOMA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/24

10:05 am-11:36 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/28

6:35 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Iowa

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Iowa (average of $159). Flying from Minnesota to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 MN to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Minnesota to Iowa at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 December 25, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to USIA are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 December 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Minnesota 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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to Iowa?

    For as low as $199, Delta can have you in Iowa from Minnesota in 1h 19m. There are 220 mi between Minnesota and Iowa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Iowa (average of $159). Flying from Minnesota to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 airline flying from Minnesota to Iowa

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