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$52+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — DSM
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Virginia to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$52
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$456
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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 November 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/245:31 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/103:35 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/246:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1011:30 amDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/31:00 pmDCA - OMA
1 stop25h 31mFrontier
Sun 12/72:18 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$191
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:00 amRDU - OMA
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Mon 12/154:28 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop6h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/106:00 amIAD - DSM
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Sat 12/133:00 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/18$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/108:59 amDCA - DSM
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Sat 12/1311:23 amDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/18$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amRDU - OMA
1 stop10h 40mFrontier
Mon 1/54:35 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:00 amDCA - OMA
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Thu 12/42:24 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop6h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/116:56 pmRDU - CID
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Sun 12/144:25 pmCID - RDU
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/18$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/168:20 amIAD - MLI
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/235:33 pmMLI - IAD
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/910:08 amIAD - MLI
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Wed 12/105:08 pmMLI - IAD
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/19$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/115:15 amRDU - CID
2 stops7h 27mDelta
Mon 12/1512:22 pmCID - RDU
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/18$254

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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 November 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Iowa that are best for you.

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Virginia

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/5

9:36 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/9

7:46 pm-9:51 am

1 stop13h 05m

$186

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

4:21 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$199

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

3:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$199

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/11

12:30 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

5:34 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 01m

$199

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/10

8:59 am-1:31 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

11:23 am-5:21 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$199

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/16

1:00 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 12/23

5:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

DCA - MLI

DCAMLI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/2

7:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 1/9

7:31 am-2:24 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$249

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/18

6:37 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/1

6:40 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$249

Washington, D.C.Moline

IAD - MLI

IADMLI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/16

8:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 30m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 12/23

5:33 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 42m

$249

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 42m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 12/15

12:22 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Iowa

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

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 $171). Flying from Virginia to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 November 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Virginia to Iowa in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 November 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Virginia to Iowa have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
9,029 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 Virginia to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Virginia to Iowa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Virginia to Iowa in 4h 50m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 732 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $95. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Virginia to Iowa for a low price.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Virginia to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia to Iowa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Virginia to Iowa.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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 Virginia to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Iowa (average of $171). Flying from Virginia to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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