What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alabama to Iowa?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Alabama to Iowa

How long is the flight from Alabama to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Alabama you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Birmingham to Des Moines takes 4h 38m on average. On the other hand, flying from Mobile to Des Moines takes 4h 49m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alabama to Iowa?

Prices for flights from Alabama to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alabama to Iowa?

As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Alabama to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Alabama to Iowa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Alabama to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$114 Cheap Flights from Alabama to Iowa in 2026/27

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9:22 pm - 11:37 pmGUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards-DSM Des Moines

2h 15mnonstop

1:24 pm - 3:32 pmDSM Des Moines-GUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards

2h 08mnonstop

$136Allegiant Air

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6

9:22 pm - 11:37 pmGUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards-DSM Des Moines

2h 15mnonstop

11:17 am - 1:25 pmDSM Des Moines-GUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards

2h 08mnonstop

$152Allegiant Air

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

10:37 am - 8:09 amHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

21h 32m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg

6:25 am - 12:18 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

29h 53m2 stops Nashville Intl Orlando

$299Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

6:22 am - 1:28 pmBHM Birmingham-DSM Des Moines

7h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:27 pm - 11:48 pmDSM Des Moines-BHM Birmingham

5h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$309American Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 7

6:05 am - 12:20 pmBHM Birmingham-DSM Des Moines

6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:01 pm - 9:59 pmDSM Des Moines-BHM Birmingham

6h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$309United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

5:35 pm - 11:57 pmBHM Birmingham-DSM Des Moines

6h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:26 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-BHM Birmingham

4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$329American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

6:28 pm - 11:09 pmBHM Birmingham-CID Cedar Rapids

4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:15 am - 9:43 amCID Cedar Rapids-BHM Birmingham

4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$339Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

5:17 pm - 9:56 pmHSV Huntsville-CID Cedar Rapids

4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:30 am - 11:51 amCID Cedar Rapids-HSV Huntsville

6h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$339Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

7:05 pm - 11:57 pmHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

4h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

3:31 pm - 9:43 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

6h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8

3:02 pm - 9:56 pmHSV Huntsville-CID Cedar Rapids

6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:23 am - 11:51 amCID Cedar Rapids-HSV Huntsville

6h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$339Delta

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

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5:00 pm - 7:15 pmGUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards-DSM Des Moines

2h 15mnonstop

11:17 am - 1:25 pmDSM Des Moines-GUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards

2h 08mnonstop

$195Allegiant Air

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

6:30 pm - 11:58 pmBHM Birmingham-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:13 pm - 12:13 amCID Cedar Rapids-BHM Birmingham

6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$415American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

5:30 am - 1:07 pmBHM Birmingham-CID Cedar Rapids

7h 37m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:13 pm - 12:13 amCID Cedar Rapids-BHM Birmingham

6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$458American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

7:03 pm - 4:52 pmHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

21h 49m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale

3:54 pm - 1:53 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

21h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$487Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

12:36 pm - 6:09 pmHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

5h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:27 am - 5:47 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$524Delta

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10

5:25 pm - 10:26 pmHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:27 am - 5:47 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$539Delta

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

1:03 pm - 7:38 amHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

42h 35m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl

3:54 pm - 1:53 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

21h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$548Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11

5:30 am - 10:42 amHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

5h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

4:12 pm - 10:13 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

6h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$565American Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10

12:08 pm - 5:27 pmHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:12 pm - 10:13 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

6h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$565American Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

6:45 am - 2:14 pmHSV Huntsville-DSM Des Moines

7h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:00 am - 12:02 pmDSM Des Moines-HSV Huntsville

6h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$574United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11

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United Airlines flights from Alabama to Iowa

Our best United Airlines deals on Alabama to Iowa flight tickets

United Airlines

Nov 7

BHM6:05 amBirmingham

6h 15m

1 stop

DSM12:20 pmDes Moines

Nov 9

DSM3:01 pmDes Moines

6h 58m

1 stop

BHM9:59 pmBirmingham

$309

United Airlines

Nov 7

BHM11:00 amBirmingham

10h 55m

2 stops

DSM9:55 pmDes Moines

Nov 9

DSM3:01 pmDes Moines

5h 11m

1 stop

BHM8:12 pmBirmingham

$314

United Airlines

Oct 13

HSV4:40 pmHuntsville

5h 35m

1 stop

DSM10:15 pmDes Moines

Oct 17

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

4h 33m

1 stop

HSV12:33 pmHuntsville

$369

American Airlines flights from Alabama to Iowa

Our best American Airlines deals on Alabama to Iowa flight tickets

American Airlines

Nov 6

BHM5:35 pmBirmingham

6h 22m

1 stop

DSM11:57 pmDes Moines

Nov 9

DSM7:26 pmDes Moines

4h 33m

1 stop

BHM11:59 pmBirmingham

$329

American Airlines

Nov 6

HSV7:05 pmHuntsville

4h 52m

1 stop

DSM11:57 pmDes Moines

Nov 8

DSM3:31 pmDes Moines

6h 12m

1 stop

HSV9:43 pmHuntsville

$339

American Airlines

Oct 29

BHM3:47 pmBirmingham

8h 11m

1 stop

DSM11:58 pmDes Moines

Nov 5

DSM7:26 pmDes Moines

4h 33m

1 stop

BHM11:59 pmBirmingham

$349

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Gulf ShoresDes Moines

GUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards - DSM Des Moines

GUFDSM

Gulf Shores Jack Edwards

Fri 10/30

9:22 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 11/6

1:24 pm-3:32 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$136

Gulf ShoresDes Moines

GUF Gulf Shores Jack Edwards - DSM Des Moines

GUFDSM

Gulf Shores Jack Edwards

Fri 10/16

9:22 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 10/19

11:17 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$152

HuntsvilleDes Moines

HSV Huntsville - DSM Des Moines

HSVDSM

Huntsville

Thu 10/15

10:37 am-8:09 am

1 stop21h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 10/19

6:25 am-12:18 pm

2 stops29h 53m

$299

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM Birmingham - DSM Des Moines

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Sat 11/7

6:22 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Des Moines

Sat 11/7

6:27 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$309

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM Birmingham - DSM Des Moines

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Sat 11/7

6:05 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 11/9

3:01 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$309

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM Birmingham - DSM Des Moines

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Fri 11/6

5:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 11/9

7:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$329

BirminghamCedar Rapids

BHM Birmingham - CID Cedar Rapids

BHMCID

Birmingham

Fri 11/13

6:28 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/16

5:15 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 28m

$339

HuntsvilleCedar Rapids

HSV Huntsville - CID Cedar Rapids

HSVCID

Huntsville

Thu 11/5

5:17 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 11/8

5:30 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 21m

$339

HuntsvilleDes Moines

HSV Huntsville - DSM Des Moines

HSVDSM

Huntsville

Fri 11/6

7:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 11/8

3:31 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$339

HuntsvilleCedar Rapids

HSV Huntsville - CID Cedar Rapids

HSVCID

Huntsville

Wed 10/21

3:02 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/24

5:23 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 28m

$339

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Alabama to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of July is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Alabama averaging around $406.

What is the cheapest Alabama to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Gulf Shores Jack Edwards to Des Moines for the best Alabama - Iowa flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Alabama to Iowa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Alabama to Iowa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Alabama to Iowa flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Alabama to Iowa.

Cheap Alabama to Iowa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$114
Fastest flight time	2h 03m
Direct flights	Tue, Sat and Sun
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Alabama in the past 72 hours is $114. The best round-trip flight deal from Alabama to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $136.

The fastest flight from Alabama to Iowa takes 2h 03m

Direct flights go from Alabama to Iowa on Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From Alabama there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Alabama to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alabama to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Alabama to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alabama to Iowa?
As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Alabama to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alabama to Iowa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Alabama to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Alabama to Iowa?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Alabama and Iowa, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 75.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 25.00%.

Best airlines flying from Alabama to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,101 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $352	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,615 reviews		Search Delta flights

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Iowa from Alabama with this policy.

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