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

Contour, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Iowa

How long is the flight from Illinois to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Illinois you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Chicago to Des Moines takes 1h 22m on average. On the other hand, flying from Peoria to Des Moines takes 3h 41m 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.

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

As of March 2026, 100 flights take off from Illinois and land in Iowa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 38% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of March 2026, there are 705 flights per week flying from Illinois to Iowa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Contour are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Illinois according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois 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 Illinois to Iowa.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:00 pm - 1:20 pm

ORD

BRL

1h 20mnonstop

4:40 pm - 6:05 pm

BRL

ORD

1h 25mnonstop

$83Contour

Mo, Apr 20 - Mo, Apr 20

6:45 pm - 8:05 pm

ORD

BRL

1h 20mnonstop

4:40 pm - 6:05 pm

BRL

ORD

1h 25mnonstop

$84Contour

Mi, Apr 22 - Do, Apr 23

10:20 pm - 11:33 pm

ORD

CID

1h 13mnonstop

7:10 am - 8:35 am

CID

ORD

1h 25mnonstop

$179American Airlines

Mi, Mrz 25 - Di, Mrz 31

4:54 pm - 6:07 pm

ORD

MLI

1h 13mnonstop

6:41 pm - 8:05 pm

MLI

ORD

1h 24mnonstop

$179American Airlines

Fr, Apr 24 - So, Apr 26

5:01 am - 3:09 pm

ORD

OMA

10h 08m

1 stop

4:04 pm - 10:39 pm

OMA

ORD

6h 35m

1 stop

$181Frontier

Fr, Mai 8 - Mo, Mai 11

5:50 am - 3:09 pm

ORD

OMA

9h 19m

1 stop

4:19 pm - 10:39 pm

OMA

ORD

6h 20m

1 stop

$182Frontier

Fr, Apr 24 - Mo, Apr 27

6:15 am - 11:11 am

ORD

CID

4h 56m

1 stop

11:51 am - 6:00 pm

CID

ORD

6h 09m

1 stop

$199Delta

Mi, Mrz 25 - Di, Mrz 31

10:52 am - 12:29 pm

ORD

DSM

1h 37mnonstop

6:20 am - 7:56 am

DSM

ORD

1h 36mnonstop

$201United Airlines

Mo, Mrz 30 - Mo, Apr 6

4:15 pm - 6:06 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 51mnonstop

12:55 pm - 2:40 pm

SUX

ORD

1h 45mnonstop

$204United Airlines

Sa, Mai 16 - So, Mai 17

6:15 am - 10:09 am

ORD

DSM

3h 54m

1 stop

4:25 pm - 7:49 pm

DSM

ORD

3h 24m

1 stop

$206Delta

Mo, Mrz 30 - Di, Apr 7

Frontier flights from Illinois to Iowa

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Frontier

May 8

ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 08m

1 stop

OMA3:09 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 11

OMA4:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 35m

1 stop

ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$181

Frontier

Apr 24

ORD5:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 19m

1 stop

OMA3:09 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 27

OMA4:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 20m

1 stop

ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$182

Frontier

Apr 1

ORD3:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

OMA8:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 6

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

26h 41m

2 stops

ORD11:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$196

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Mar 25

ORD8:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 13m

CID9:25 pmCedar Rapids

Mar 31

CID10:04 amCedar Rapids

1h 22m

ORD11:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$179

American Airlines

Mar 26

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 13m

CID9:13 amCedar Rapids

Apr 4

CID7:14 pmCedar Rapids

1h 26m

ORD8:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$180

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Mar 30

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 13m

CID9:13 amCedar Rapids

Apr 6

CID6:10 amCedar Rapids

1h 25m

ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$183

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Mo 4/20

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

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Mo 4/20

4:40 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$83

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ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 4/22

6:45 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Do 4/23

4:40 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$84

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 3/25

10:20 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Cedar Rapids

Di 3/31

7:10 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$179

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ORD - MLI

ORDMLI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 4/24

4:54 pm-6:07 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Moline Quad-City

So 4/26

6:41 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$179

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ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 5/8

5:01 am-3:09 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mo 5/11

4:04 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$181

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ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 4/24

5:50 am-3:09 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mo 4/27

4:19 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$182

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ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 3/25

6:15 am-11:11 am

1 stop4h 56m

Cedar Rapids

Di 3/31

11:51 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$199

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 3/30

10:52 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Des Moines

Mo 4/6

6:20 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$201

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ORD - SUX

ORDSUX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sa 5/16

4:15 pm-6:06 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

So 5/17

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$204

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 3/30

6:15 am-10:09 am

1 stop3h 54m

Des Moines

Di 4/7

4:25 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$206

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $224.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to Iowa is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $224. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $466. 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 at noon. Flights from Illinois to Iowa during this time can be as low as $249. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $318. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Iowa flight route?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois 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 Illinois to Iowa flights?

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Best Price Found	$113
Fastest flight time	1h 02m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $113. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $90.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Iowa takes 1h 02m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Iowa every day.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From Illinois there are direct flights to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Moline Quad-City (MLI), Burlington (BRL), Cedar Rapids (CID) and 1 more.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Iowa were last updated today.
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As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois 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 Illinois to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Iowa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Illinois to Iowa is Airbus A319, representing 14.54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 12.96%, Embraer 170 at 12.51%, and Embraer 175 at 12.28%.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Iowa

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Contour	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 42 reviews	Search Contour flights
Denver Air Connection	PriceFrom $112	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 24 reviews	Search Denver Air Connection flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,369 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,375 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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