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$176+ 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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — DSM
Apr 14 — Apr 211
Tue 4/14
Tue 4/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 15, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Sat 5/911:34 am
PWM
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MLI
1 stop6h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 5/163:47 pm
MLI
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PWM
1 stop4h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 7/36:00 am
PWM
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MLI
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 7/113:52 pm
MLI
-
PWM
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 4/44:28 pm
PWM
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MLI
1 stop5h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 4/63:20 pm
MLI
-
PWM
1 stop5h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 5/57:07 am
PWM
-
CID
1 stop8h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 5/129:27 am
CID
-
PWM
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 8/55:15 am
PWM
-
MLI
2 stops10h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 8/172:29 pm
MLI
-
PWM
2 stops8h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 3/275:45 am
PWM
-
CID
1 stop5h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 3/318:00 am
CID
-
PWM
1 stop6h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 3/316:04 am
PWM
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OMA
1 stop5h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 3/313:22 pm
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop5h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/86:00 am
PWM
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OMA
2 stops10h 39m
United Airlines
Wed 4/156:00 am
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 5/134:50 pm
PWM
-
OMA
1 stop7h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop7h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 5/127:07 am
PWM
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OMA
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Sat 5/162:42 pm
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/12$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 5/146:00 am
PWM
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OMA
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop7h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 5/84:50 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop7h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 5/126:15 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop6h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$381

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 March 15, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$176
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$388
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 March 15, 2026.
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PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Fri 4/10

6:04 am-9:58 am

1 stop4h 54m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/12

3:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$319

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Tue 5/5

6:01 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/12

9:27 am-5:31 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$319

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Sat 4/4

4:28 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 4/6

3:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$319

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Wed 5/13

1:00 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/16

1:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$388

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Wed 8/5

6:25 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 8/17

1:33 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$389

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 8/26

1:33 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$391

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$399

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Sat 4/4

4:28 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/8

6:34 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$399

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 5/8

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/12

12:56 pm-12:17 am

2 stops10h 21m

$417

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Tue 6/16

4:51 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 7/8

12:34 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops10h 17m

$424

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Iowa

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
8,293 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,293 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,427 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,472 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

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?

    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 $319, United Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 4h 54m. 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 American Airlines ($131), Delta ($154), 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 - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Portland - Moline Quad-City or Portland - Cedar Rapids 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 3 airlines flying from Portland to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$229Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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