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$189+ 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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — DSM
May 7 — May 141
Thu 5/7
Thu 5/14
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 April 7, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 5/57:07 am
PWM
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CID
1 stop6h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 5/1212:48 pm
CID
-
PWM
2 stops9h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/5$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/294:43 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop4h 56m
Delta
Tue 5/56:10 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/611:35 am
PWM
-
DSM
2 stops11h 59m
Delta
Tue 5/126:15 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:43 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop4h 56m
Delta
Sat 5/96:15 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/212:46 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Wed 5/611:51 am
DSM
-
PWM
2 stops11h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/25:21 am
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop6h 44m
Delta
Sat 5/96:15 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/274:51 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 5/306:00 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop7h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:48 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Tue 5/126:15 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/257:07 am
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Thu 4/307:11 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop6h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/2$391
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/611:35 am
PWM
-
DSM
2 stops11h 59m
Delta
Sun 5/106:15 am
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:15 pm
PWM
-
OMA
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Tue 5/126:25 am
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop4h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/6$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fri 5/86:01 pm
PWM
-
OMA
1 stop6h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 5/1212:56 pm
OMA
-
PWM
2 stops10h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6$412

Find flight deals from Portland to Iowa

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Round-trip from

$344
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$189
(American Airlines)

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August

Average price

$444
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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 April 7, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Tue 5/5

5:02 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops7h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-3:09 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$349

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Wed 5/27

11:03 am-8:36 pm

2 stops10h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

4:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$383
Quickest round-trip

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Thu 6/4

7:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

4:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$405

PortlandDes Moines

PWM - DSM

PWMDSM

Portland

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop6h 08m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

4:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$405

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 5/8

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/12

3:24 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$407

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 5/8

2:05 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/12

6:25 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 30m

$407

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Thu 5/21

4:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/26

2:31 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$415

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Tue 5/12

1:00 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/19

5:30 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$422

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Tue 5/12

7:10 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/16

2:42 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$426

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 5/1

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/6

4:02 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$427

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa (average of $87). 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.

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 April 7, 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
8,387 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,387 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,387 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
9,548 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,387 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
11,546 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,387 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 $398, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 4h 48m. 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 American Airlines ($131), Delta ($158), 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 - Omaha Eppley Airfield 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Iowa (average of $87). 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 April 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$229Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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