How many flights depart from Detroit to Iowa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Detroit and Iowa is 147 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Detroit to Iowa on average per day?

As of November 2025, 21 flights take off from Detroit and land in Iowa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 50% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Iowa?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 75% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Frontier is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Iowa

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Iowa were last updated today.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Iowa as of November 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Iowa.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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5:45 am - 8:01 pmDTW-OMA

15h 16m1 stop

8:22 pm - 12:50 amOMA-DTW

27h 28m1 stop

$215Frontier

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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27

2:28 pm - 10:21 pmDTW-DSM

8h 53m1 stop

4:21 pm - 10:12 amDSM-DTW

16h 51m2 stops

$218Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7

7:45 pm - 10:54 pmDTW-CID

4h 09m1 stop

2:55 pm - 10:34 pmCID-DTW

6h 39m1 stop

$229Delta

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Thu, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 17

2:40 pm - 9:34 pmDTW-CID

7h 54m2 stops

1:10 pm - 8:17 pmCID-DTW

6h 07m1 stop

$234United Airlines

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Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 24

2:10 pm - 4:37 pmDTW-MLI

3h 27m1 stop

6:35 am - 1:11 pmMLI-DTW

5h 36m1 stop

$272United Airlines

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Tue, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 29

5:22 pm - 11:59 pmDTW-CID

7h 37m1 stop

6:00 am - 12:10 pmCID-DTW

5h 10m1 stop

$279American Airlines

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Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 23

8:15 am - 2:53 pmDTW-DSM

7h 38m1 stop

6:57 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-DTW

4h 02m1 stop

$347American Airlines

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Wed, Dec 24 - Sat, Dec 27

7:00 am - 3:35 pmDTW-OMA

9h 35m2 stops

1:25 pm - 10:35 pmOMA-DTW

8h 10m2 stops

$377Southwest

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Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15

3:55 pm - 5:07 pmDTW-OMA

2h 12mnonstop

5:41 pm - 3:06 pmOMA-DTW

20h 25m2 stops

$388Delta

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Fri, Dec 26 - Tue, Jan 6

6:45 pm - 9:35 pmDTW-DSM

3h 50m1 stop

8:00 am - 4:45 pmDSM-DTW

7h 45m1 stop

$392Southwest

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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14

Delta flights from Detroit to Iowa

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Iowa flight tickets

Delta

Jan 1

DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 09m

1 stop

CID10:54 pmCedar Rapids

Jan 17

CID2:55 pmCedar Rapids

6h 39m

1 stop

DTW10:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$229

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Delta

Nov 19

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 48m

1 stop

CID11:48 amCedar Rapids

Nov 23

CID12:29 pmCedar Rapids

6h 11m

1 stop

DTW7:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$279

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Delta

Dec 26

DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 12m

OMA5:07 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jan 6

OMA5:41 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

20h 25m

2 stops

DTW3:06 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$388

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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Iowa

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United Airlines

Jan 28

DTW2:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 54m

2 stops

CID9:34 pmCedar Rapids

Feb 24

CID1:10 pmCedar Rapids

6h 07m

1 stop

DTW8:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$234

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United Airlines

Nov 25

DTW2:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3h 27m

1 stop

MLI4:37 pmMoline Quad-City

Nov 29

MLI6:35 amMoline Quad-City

5h 36m

1 stop

DTW1:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$272

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United Airlines

Dec 30

DTW5:49 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 45m

1 stop

CID10:34 amCedar Rapids

Jan 17

CID5:27 pmCedar Rapids

3h 43m

1 stop

DTW10:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

5:45 am-8:01 pm

1 stop15h 16m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/27

8:22 pm-12:50 am

1 stop27h 28m

$215

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

2:28 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

4:21 pm-10:12 am

2 stops16h 51m

$218

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

7:45 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/17

2:55 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$229

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

2:40 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/24

1:10 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$234

DetroitMoline

DTW - MLI

DTWMLI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/25

2:10 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop3h 27m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/29

6:35 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$272

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/21

5:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$279

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/24

8:15 am-2:53 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

Sat 12/27

6:57 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$347

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 12/15

1:25 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$377

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/26

3:55 pm-5:07 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/6

5:41 pm-3:06 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$388

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

6:45 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

8:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$392

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Iowa?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Iowa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $409. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $557. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Iowa.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Iowa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Iowa is in the evening. Flights from Detroit to Iowa during this time can be as low as $409. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $557. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cedar Rapids for the best Detroit - Iowa flight prices

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit 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 Detroit to Iowa flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Iowa flight.

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Best Price Found	$498
Fastest flight time	1h 46m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	3 airports

The best flight deal from Detroit to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $498

The fastest flight from Detroit to Iowa takes 1h 46m

Direct flights go from Detroit to Iowa every day.

There are 3 airports near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Des Moines (DSM), Cedar Rapids (CID)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Iowa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Iowa?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Iowa as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Iowa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The required travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Iowa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to Iowa is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (71.43% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (22.45%), Airbus A321-100/200 (2.04%), and Boeing 737-800 (2.04%).

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,045 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,012 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Detroit to Iowa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Detroit to Iowa with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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