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

For as low as $299, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 10h 09m. The distance between Portland, Maine and Iowa is about 1036 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 ($269).

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 - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Portland - Moline Quad-City or Portland - Des Moines 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.

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.

$281+ Flights from Portland, ME to Iowa

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Portland, Maine to Iowa flights typically cost between $193 and $401 in February. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $366 on United Airlines (Feb 18-Feb 23).

Home Search by date Vacation packages Hotels Flight deals Car rental Travel tips & news

Find cheap flights from Portland to Iowa with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Portland to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 27, 2025.

Sun 12/285:45 amPWM - OMA

2 stops13h 58mAmerican Airlines

Tue 1/66:10 amOMA - PWM

2 stops15h 44mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$899

Sat 12/274:10 pmPWM - OMA

1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/78:00 amOMA - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$937

Sat 12/275:45 amPWM - OMA

2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines

Wed 1/73:07 pmOMA - PWM

1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$942

Sun 12/286:00 amPWM - OMA

2 stops12h 33mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/68:00 amOMA - PWM

3 stops14h 27mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$987

Sun 12/287:00 amPWM - OMA

1 stop8h 03mDelta

Tue 1/66:05 amOMA - PWM

1 stop5h 03mDelta

Deal found 12/26

$1,027

Sun 12/285:30 pmPWM - OMA

2 stops7h 20mSouthwest

Wed 12/3110:40 amOMA - PWM

2 stops10h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/27

$1,047

Sun 12/287:00 amPWM - OMA

1 stop8h 03mDelta

Wed 12/316:19 amOMA - PWM

1 stop4h 58mDelta

Deal found 12/27

$1,087

Best flights from Portland to Iowa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Portland to Iowa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 27, 2025.

Thu 1/295:20 amPWM - MLI

2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines

Mon 2/211:00 amMLI - PWM

2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$289

Thu 1/296:00 amPWM - MLI

2 stops10h 09mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/36:30 amMLI - PWM

1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$299

Wed 1/284:10 pmPWM - MLI

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/3110:47 amMLI - PWM

2 stops7h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$356

Fri 1/165:20 amPWM - CID

2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines

Tue 1/206:00 amCID - PWM

2 stops8h 31mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$379

Sat 2/74:10 pmPWM - MLI

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/1010:47 amMLI - PWM

2 stops11h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$356

Sat 1/244:10 pmPWM - CID

1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/278:00 amCID - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$359

Wed 2/186:00 amPWM - DSM

2 stops9h 27mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/233:24 pmDSM - PWM

1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$372

Fri 1/95:20 amPWM - DSM

1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines

Tue 1/137:00 amDSM - PWM

2 stops14h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$477

Sat 1/174:10 pmPWM - OMA

1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/208:00 amOMA - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$375

Tue 2/104:10 pmPWM - DSM

1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines

Sat 2/148:00 amDSM - PWM

1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$388

Last-minute flights from Portland to Iowa
Discover last-minute flight deals from Portland to Iowa. Data last updated December 27, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 1/95:20 amPWM - DSM

1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines

Tue 1/137:00 amDSM - PWM

2 stops14h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$477

Fri 1/94:10 pmPWM - MLI

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/1210:47 amMLI - PWM

1 stop26h 52mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$483

Fri 1/912:48 pmPWM - DSM

1 stop7h 46mDelta

Tue 1/136:24 amDSM - PWM

1 stop4h 44mDelta

Deal found 12/24

$487

Sat 1/101:13 pmPWM - DSM

2 stops8h 41mDelta

Wed 1/1412:04 pmDSM - PWM

2 stops10h 18mDelta

Deal found 12/26

$497

Wed 1/144:10 pmPWM - OMA

1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/218:00 amOMA - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$449

Fri 1/165:20 amPWM - CID

2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines

Tue 1/203:41 pmCID - PWM

1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$374

Sat 1/174:10 pmPWM - OMA

1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/208:00 amOMA - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$375

Sat 1/244:10 pmPWM - CID

1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/278:00 amCID - PWM

1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$359

Wed 1/284:10 pmPWM - MLI

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/3110:47 amMLI - PWM

2 stops7h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$356

Thu 1/295:20 amPWM - MLI

2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines

Mon 2/211:00 amMLI - PWM

2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$289

Thu 1/296:00 amPWM - MLI

2 stops10h 09mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/36:30 amMLI - PWM

1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$299

Fri 1/302:35 pmPWM - MLI

2 stops8h 58mDelta

Mon 2/25:51 amMLI - PWM

2 stops10h 25mDelta

Deal found 12/25

$389

One-way flights from Portland to Iowa
Search for one-way flight options from Portland to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 27, 2025.

Sat 6/207:26 pmPWM - CID

1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$281

Sat 6/2011:25 amPWM - CID

2 stops11h 54mDelta

Deal found 12/26

$286

Sat 6/209:10 amPWM - CID

3 stops13h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$988

Find flight deals from Portland to Iowa

Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$289 (American Airlines)
One-way from	$281 (American Airlines)
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$644

Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Des Moines flight deals.

Search Deals

Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-Des Moines flights.

Search Deals

From Portland to Iowa

Search Deals

One-way flight from Portland to Iowa

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

Search Deals

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Thu 1/29

5:20 am-3:27 pm

2 stops11h 07m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 2/2

11:00 am-10:07 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$289

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-3:09 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/3

6:30 am-2:39 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$299

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Wed 1/28

4:10 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/31

10:47 am-6:54 pm

2 stops7h 07m

$356

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

Tue 1/27

8:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$359

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-2:27 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$372

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 1/16

5:20 am-2:42 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-3:31 pm

2 stops8h 31m

$379

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Tue 2/10

4:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-3:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$388

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Fri 1/9

5:20 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-10:07 pm

2 stops14h 07m

$477

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/25

Showing 1-10 of 13 results

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Portland with our price prediction graph.

Estimated round-trip price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Iowa

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Portland to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,018 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

8,018 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,018 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,116 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,018 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,067 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,018 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 $299, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 10h 09m. The distance between Portland, Maine and Iowa is about 1036 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 ($269).
What are the most popular routes from Portland, Maine to Iowa?
When deciding which route to take from Portland, Maine to Iowa consider Portland - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Portland - Moline Quad-City or Portland - Des Moines 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Alternative routes for Portland to Iowa

Boston to Fort Lauderdale flights

Boston to Orlando flights

Boston to Miami flights

Boston to Tampa flights

Boston to Los Angeles flights

Boston to Las Vegas flights

Boston to Dallas/Fort Worth flights

Boston to Fort Myers flights

Boston to Sky Harbor Intl flights

Boston to Denver flights

Boston to West Palm Beach flights

Boston to San Francisco flights

Boston to Salt Lake City flights

Boston to Atlanta flights

Boston to New Orleans flights

Boston to O'Hare Intl flights

Boston to Seattle flights

Boston to Hobby flights

Boston to Sarasota flights

Boston to Reagan-National flights

Boston to Baltimore flights

Boston to George Bush Intcntl flights

Boston to Charleston flights

Boston to Austin flights

Boston to Nashville flights

Boston to LaGuardia flights

Boston to Dulles Intl flights

Boston to Charlotte flights

Boston to Honolulu flights

Boston to Key West flights

Boston to Raleigh flights

Boston to San Diego flights

Boston to Newark flights

Boston to John F Kennedy Intl flights

Boston to Jacksonville flights

Boston to Savannah flights

Boston to Midway flights

Boston to Philadelphia flights

Boston to Daytona Beach flights

Boston to Bozeman flights

Boston to Minneapolis flights

Boston to Columbus flights

Boston to San Antonio flights

Boston to Ontario flights

Boston to Portland flights

Boston to Myrtle Beach flights

Boston to Love Field flights

Boston to Detroit flights

Portland to Orlando flights

Boston to Pittsburgh flights

Complete your trip

Iowa car rentals

Des Moines Airport car rentals

Cedar Rapids Airport car rentals

Sioux City Sioux Gateway Airport car rentals

Waterloo Airport car rentals

Dubuque Airport car rentals

Mason City Airport car rentals

Fort Dodge Airport car rentals

Burlington Airport car rentals

Des Moines car rentals

Cedar Rapids car rentals

Sioux City car rentals

Top 3 airlines flying from Portland to Iowa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$229	Average$366	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$249	Average$464	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$310	Average$485	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

$281+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) 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 6/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Find cheap flights from Portland to Iowa with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

2. Select your favorite providers

3. Compare prices and book

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Portland to IowaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 27, 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 27, 2025.

Find flight deals from Portland to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated December 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Most trusted provider

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Portland with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Iowa

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Iowa?

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 27, 2025.

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Portland to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

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

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

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Portland to Iowa?

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

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

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Portland to Iowa

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 3 airlines flying from Portland to Iowa

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

Cheapest flights from Portland to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 27, 2025.