How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

For as low as $397, United Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 5h 39m. The distance between Portland, Maine and Iowa is about 1192 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Iowa one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa are Delta ($128), American Airlines ($131), and United Airlines ($225).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the most popular routes from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

When deciding which route to take from Portland, Maine to Iowa consider Portland - Des Moines, Portland - Cedar Rapids or Portland - Omaha Eppley Airfield as they are the most popular.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

When booking a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, United Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PWM to IA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland, Maine to Iowa as you normally would.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Iowa?

Portland (PWM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Iowa. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to Portland (PWM) from Portland’s city center.

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

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

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Wed 12/317:30 pmPWM - DSM

2 stops20h 03mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/56:46 pmDSM - PWM

1 stop18h 53mUnited Airlines

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Sat 2/74:10 pmPWM - MLI

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/1010:47 amMLI - PWM

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Deal found 12/30

$356

Thu 1/226:00 amPWM - OMA

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Tue 1/276:05 amOMA - PWM

1 stop4h 58mDelta

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$369

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Wed 4/223:13 pmCID - PWM

1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines

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$369

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2 stops10h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/30

$544

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1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$359

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1 stop12h 36mAmerican Airlines

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1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines

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$378

Thu 1/224:10 pmPWM - OMA

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Deal found 12/31

$364

Thu 2/125:40 pmPWM - DSM

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1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/31

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$375

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Deal found 12/30

$407

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Deal found 12/31

$380

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1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines

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$467

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Thu 1/14:10 pmPWM - MLI

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$412

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Deal found 12/31

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Deal found 12/31

$433

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$633

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Deal found 12/31

$375

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1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$405

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1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines

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1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$364

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2 stops11h 47mDelta

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1 stop4h 58mDelta

Deal found 12/31

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Wed 1/288:00 amCID - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$359

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Wed 2/256:18 pmPWM - MLI

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Deal found 12/31

$152

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2 stops10h 17mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$164

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Deal found 12/31

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$434

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$440

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$988

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Price

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Sat 2/7

4:10 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/10

10:47 am-11:27 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$356

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Sat 1/24

4:10 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/28

6:35 am-2:39 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$359

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Thu 1/22

4:10 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/27

8:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$364

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-4:47 pm

2 stops11h 47m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/27

6:05 am-12:03 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$369

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Sat 4/18

5:45 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/22

3:13 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$369

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Sat 1/17

4:10 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$375

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Fri 4/3

6:17 am-5:53 pm

1 stop12h 36m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/5

9:49 am-11:34 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$378

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 6/6

8:15 am-1:52 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$380

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Thu 2/12

5:40 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

6:32 am-5:07 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$397

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Sun 3/1

5:42 am-1:32 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

2:02 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$407

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa (average of $92). Flying from Portland, Maine to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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

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Delta

7.9

Good

8,013 reviews

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

8,013 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,013 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,129 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,013 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,069 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,013 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Iowa?
Portland (PWM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Iowa. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to Portland (PWM) from Portland’s city center.
How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa?
For as low as $397, United Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 5h 39m. The distance between Portland, Maine and Iowa is about 1192 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Iowa one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa are Delta ($128), American Airlines ($131), and United Airlines ($225).
What are the most popular routes from Portland, Maine to Iowa?
When deciding which route to take from Portland, Maine to Iowa consider Portland - Des Moines, Portland - Cedar Rapids or Portland - Omaha Eppley Airfield as they are the most popular.
Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Iowa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Portland to Iowa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Iowa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Iowa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Iowa?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa (average of $92). Flying from Portland, Maine to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$249	Average$464	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$310	Average$485	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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