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$57+ 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — DSM
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$57
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$389

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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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 October 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/106:00 amMSP - CID
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Thu 11/138:26 pmCID - MSP
1 stop12h 54mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:10 amMSP - OMA
1 stop9h 56mFrontier
Sun 11/167:46 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop4h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:05 amMSP - OMA
1 stop8h 46mFrontier
Sun 11/167:46 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop4h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$149
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Thu 11/132:41 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$150
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 11/106:00 amMSP - CID
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Fri 11/148:26 pmCID - MSP
1 stop12h 54mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$154
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Fri 11/142:34 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:45 amMSP - OMA
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Sun 12/72:18 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop9h 44mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:45 amMSP - CID
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Sun 12/78:12 pmCID - MSP
1 stop22h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$164
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:21 amMSP - OMA
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Thu 11/137:46 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop4h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$169
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:10 amMSP - OMA
1 stop9h 56mFrontier
Fri 11/148:51 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Deal found 10/25$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:15 amMSP - OMA
1 stop9h 51mFrontier
Sun 11/167:46 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop4h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 11/610:15 amMSP - OMA
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Fri 11/78:51 pmOMA - MSP
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 October 28, 2025.
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

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-6:21 pm

1 stop12h 21m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 11/13

8:26 pm-9:20 am

1 stop12h 54m

$119

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

2:34 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 40m

$163

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/4

6:45 am-7:14 pm

1 stop12h 29m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 12/7

8:12 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$164

MinneapolisOmaha

MSP - OMA

MSPOMA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/7

6:00 am-8:06 pm

1 stop14h 06m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 11/9

7:46 pm-9:20 am

1 stop13h 34m

$188

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/25

12:50 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 11/29

6:50 am-8:14 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/25

9:30 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/30

6:25 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 12/24

9:30 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/30

6:25 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/23

9:30 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 12/25

6:25 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/23

9:30 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/30

6:25 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/20

9:15 pm-10:36 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/22

4:15 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$199

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Iowa (average of $136). Flying from Minnesota to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Minnesota to Iowa in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% 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 at noon 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.

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 October 28, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $199, Frontier can have you in Iowa from Minnesota in 1h 18m. There are 232 mi between Minnesota and Iowa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Minnesota to Iowa are Frontier ($75), Southwest ($110), and Allegiant Air ($165).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Iowa (average of $136). Flying from Minnesota to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Minnesota 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$159Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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