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$42+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DSM
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 6/47:43 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/75:02 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/7$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 5/288:47 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/314:41 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/7$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:07 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 47m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/301:55 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 22m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/9$124
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 8/2212:50 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 03m
American Airlines
Mon 8/246:00 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Thu 8/279:50 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 9/26:00 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/288:47 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/13:57 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop20h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 6/51:57 pm
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/75:02 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 7/2810:40 am
PHL
-
OMA
Nonstop3h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 7/295:03 pm
OMA
-
PHL
1 stop6h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 5/66:00 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 5/276:02 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/811:35 am
PHL
-
OMA
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Fri 4/101:55 pm
OMA
-
PHL
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/255:35 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Mon 4/274:20 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:00 pm
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Mon 6/15:25 am
DSM
-
PHL
2 stops10h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9$184

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philadelphia to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$42
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$271 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Philadelphia-Des Moines flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Philadelphia-Des Moines flights.
From Philadelphia to Iowa
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Iowa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Iowa.

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaOmaha

PHL - OMA

PHLOMA

Philadelphia

Fri 4/24

6:10 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/26

5:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$179

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 4/17

7:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

4:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$179

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Sat 4/25

7:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

4:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$179

PhiladelphiaOmaha

PHL - OMA

PHLOMA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

6:10 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/10

5:20 am-1:25 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$184

PhiladelphiaOmaha

PHL - OMA

PHLOMA

Philadelphia

Wed 4/8

6:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/10

1:55 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$184

PhiladelphiaOmaha

PHL - OMA

PHLOMA

Philadelphia

Tue 4/21

2:59 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/28

5:42 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$197

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

6:05 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

5:56 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$197

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 8/27

6:15 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 8/30

5:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$217

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 8/12

6:15 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

5:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$217

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 4/3

5:47 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$248

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Iowa (average of $79). Flying from Philadelphia to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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.

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 March 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Philadelphia to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Iowa from Philadelphia.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Iowa flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Iowa?

    Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Philadelphia to Iowa in just under 4h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 53m. The distance between Philadelphia and Iowa is about 1085 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 Philadelphia to Iowa one-way?

    $102 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $118 and $133, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Iowa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $69. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Omaha Eppley Airfield) can be booked for $179 on average, our data indicates $238 when flying from Philadelphia to Iowa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Iowa (average of $79). Flying from Philadelphia to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$214Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$240Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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