Iowa

$186+ 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — DSM
Jul 5 — Jul 121
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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 June 5, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 6/307:28 pm
PWM
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MLI
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Mon 7/66:50 pm
MLI
-
PWM
1 stop4h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 7/15:00 pm
PWM
-
CID
1 stop4h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 7/42:42 pm
CID
-
PWM
1 stop5h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Thu 8/274:47 pm
PWM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Mon 8/314:11 pm
DSM
-
PWM
1 stop6h 02m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 8/126:09 pm
PWM
-
CID
1 stop7h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 8/2211:15 am
CID
-
PWM
2 stops10h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/31$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Tue 6/165:38 am
PWM
-
CID
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 6/216:39 pm
CID
-
PWM
1 stop5h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Wed 6/179:29 am
PWM
-
CID
2 stops9h 37m
American Airlines
Sun 6/216:39 pm
CID
-
PWM
1 stop5h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 6/1012:40 pm
PWM
-
CID
2 stops10h 26m
Delta
Wed 6/245:45 am
CID
-
PWM
1 stop6h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Tue 9/18:50 am
PWM
-
OMA
2 stops11h 17m
American Airlines
Sat 9/512:49 pm
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop8h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/253:47 pm
PWM
-
MLI
2 stops8h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 8/308:10 am
MLI
-
PWM
1 stop5h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/167:39 pm
PWM
-
CID
1 stop5h 10m
American Airlines
Sun 7/266:45 pm
CID
-
PWM
1 stop4h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 8/257:35 am
PWM
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OMA
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 8/263:11 pm
OMA
-
PWM
1 stop5h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2510:45 am
PWM
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CID
2 stops11h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 8/308:00 am
CID
-
PWM
1 stop5h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2$397

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 June 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$315
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$186
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$505
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Des Moines flight deals.
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From Portland to Iowa
One-way flight from Portland to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 June 5, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 8/30

8:10 am-2:34 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$315
Quickest round-trip

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Tue 6/30

7:28 pm-12:11 am

1 stop5h 43m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 7/6

6:50 pm-12:43 am

1 stop4h 53m

$315

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Tue 8/25

5:03 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 8/30

8:00 am-2:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$319

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Tue 8/25

5:03 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/26

7:25 am-2:34 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$392

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Tue 6/16

5:38 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/21

6:39 pm-12:42 am

1 stop5h 03m

$400

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Sat 10/31

9:45 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 11/3

6:45 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$401

PortlandMoline

PWM - MLI

PWMMLI

Portland

Tue 8/25

7:28 am-6:11 pm

2 stops11h 43m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 8/30

6:00 am-4:33 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$405

PortlandCedar Rapids

PWM - CID

PWMCID

Portland

Sat 9/5

6:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 34m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/8

7:55 am-7:24 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$414

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 8/14

6:05 am-12:46 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/16

1:41 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$427

PortlandOmaha

PWM - OMA

PWMOMA

Portland

Fri 8/14

6:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/16

1:36 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$427

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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 June 5, 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.

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 $321, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Portland, Maine in 5h 11m. 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 ($203).

  • 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?

    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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Portland to Iowa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$229Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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