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$86+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PHL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Philadelphia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Philadelphia flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$168
(Priceline)

One-way from

$86
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$436

Good round-trip deal

$294 or less

Good one-way deal

$353 or less
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:59 pmOMA - PHL
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Mon 10/205:20 amPHL - OMA
1 stop6h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$168
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Fri 10/3111:40 amOMA - PHL
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Mon 11/35:50 amPHL - OMA
1 stop5h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/2011:51 amOMA - PHL
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Mon 11/35:50 amPHL - OMA
1 stop5h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Thu 11/66:19 amPHL - DSM
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$174
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/146:00 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/217:19 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/148:51 pmOMA - PHL
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Sun 11/166:15 amPHL - OMA
2 stops13h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$201
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/298:16 pmCID - PHL
2 stops17h 02mFrontier
Fri 10/36:45 amPHL - CID
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/96:00 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/147:19 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:00 amOMA - PHL
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2110:40 amPHL - OMA
Nonstop3h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/812:49 pmDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/158:30 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/186:00 amOMA - PHL
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2210:40 amPHL - OMA
Nonstop3h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 10/510:41 amDSM - PHL
1 stop21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/85:20 amPHL - DSM
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$226

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Philadelphia 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Philadelphia that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

2:32 pm-4:49 am

1 stop13h 17m

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

6:19 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$174

OmahaPhiladelphia

OMA - PHL

OMAPHL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/21

10:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$217

OmahaPhiladelphia

OMA - PHL

OMAPHL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/14

5:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/21

6:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$237

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

12:49 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/21

6:35 pm-12:02 am

1 stop6h 27m

$241

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 10/9

5:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/14

7:19 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$242

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sat 11/1

9:01 am-7:27 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/3

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$245

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

5:56 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Philadelphia

Sat 10/11

11:16 am-4:52 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$245

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

6:33 pm-12:50 am

1 stop5h 17m

Philadelphia

Thu 12/11

5:30 am-10:43 am

1 stop6h 13m

$245

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

6:33 pm-12:50 am

1 stop5h 17m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$245

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

6:33 pm-12:50 am

1 stop5h 17m

Philadelphia

Sat 12/13

8:06 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$245

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Philadelphia

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Iowa to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 IA to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Philadelphia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

The most flights from USIA to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Philadelphia. 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 into for flights to Philadelphia from Iowa?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Philadelphia from Iowa.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Philadelphia?

    A quick flight from Iowa to Philadelphia can take about 2h 50m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $217. The distance between Iowa and Philadelphia is about 1085 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Philadelphia are Frontier ($86), American Airlines ($99), and Delta ($109).

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Philadelphia?

    While some choose either Des Moines - Philadelphia or Cedar Rapids - Philadelphia, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Philadelphia is the most popular route from Iowa to Philadelphia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Iowa to Philadelphia?

    Consider American Airlines (89%), PSA Airlines (89%) or Qatar Airways (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Iowa to Philadelphia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Iowa to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Philadelphia) can be booked for $212 on average, our data indicates $1,382 when flying from Iowa to Philadelphia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Iowa to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 4 airlines flying from Iowa to Philadelphia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Philadelphia. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$290Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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