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$89+ Cheap flights from Virginia to Iowa

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RIC — DSM
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Iowa

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$435
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From Virginia to Iowa
One-way flight from Virginia to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Virginia to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/1311:08 amRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Wed 6/185:55 amMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/29$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/197:01 pmRIC - DSM
2 stops25h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/232:06 pmDSM - RIC
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/299:20 amRDU - OMA
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/58:25 amOMA - RDU
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/164:20 pmRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2411:15 amMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/107:24 amRDU - OMA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/172:34 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/151:18 pmRDU - MLI
2 stops9h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/193:56 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/276:30 amRIC - DSM
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/38:00 amDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$271
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/59:10 pmIAD - DSM
2 stops25h 14mAllegiant Air
Sat 6/141:15 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop20h 47mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/296:13 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/94:23 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$284
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Wed 5/289:35 amDCA - OMA
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 6/411:20 amOMA - DCA
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$293
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Thu 6/1212:55 pmIAD - DSM
3 stops10h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/135:19 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$296
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Thu 5/296:05 amRIC - DSM
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Sat 5/316:35 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/29$297

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Iowa that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/13

11:08 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 6/18

5:55 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$249

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/19

7:01 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 6/23

2:06 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$252

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/29

9:20 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 6/5

8:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$252

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

4:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/24

11:15 am-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$254

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/10

7:24 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/17

2:34 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$259

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

1:18 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 17m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 5/19

3:56 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$264

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/27

6:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

8:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$271

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/5

9:10 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

1:15 pm-11:02 am

1 stop20h 47m

$280

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

8:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Des Moines

Sat 8/9

4:23 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$284

Washington, D.C.Omaha

DCA - OMA

DCAOMA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

9:35 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/4

11:20 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$293

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Virginia to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Virginia to Iowa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Virginia to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Virginia to Iowa for a low price.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Virginia to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Virginia to Iowa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$187Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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