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

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Kentucky

How long is the flight from Iowa to Kentucky?

On average, it takes 3h 42m to fly from Iowa to Kentucky if you fly out of Cedar Rapids (the most popular airport in Iowa) and into Louisville (the most popular airport in Kentucky). If you’re flying out of Des Moines and into Louisville, then the flight time is around 4h 17m.

What airlines fly to Kentucky?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kentucky from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kentucky. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Kentucky on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

10 flights are operational weekly from Iowa to Kentucky as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 30% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to Kentucky are updated daily.

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

As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Kentucky.

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

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 Iowa to Kentucky.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kentucky 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 Kentucky. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:52 pm - 4:19 pmCID-BNA

1h 27mnonstop

4:45 pm - 6:19 pmBNA-CID

1h 34mnonstop

$85Allegiant Air

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Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17

2:22 pm - 4:02 pmDSM-BNA

1h 40mnonstop

6:17 pm - 7:57 pmBNA-DSM

1h 40mnonstop

$91Allegiant Air

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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2

6:04 pm - 7:39 pmDSM-BNA

1h 35mnonstop

6:12 am - 1:52 pmBNA-DSM

7h 40m1 stop

$133Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 15

2:32 pm - 2:47 pmDSM-BNA

24h 15m1 stop

3:23 pm - 5:08 pmBNA-DSM

1h 45mnonstop

$177Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7

4:22 pm - 9:57 pmCID-BNA

5h 35m1 stop

6:00 am - 11:48 amBNA-CID

5h 48m1 stop

$217Delta

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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27

5:54 am - 11:39 amCID-BNA

5h 45m1 stop

6:00 am - 11:42 amBNA-CID

5h 42m1 stop

$223Delta

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Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 3

6:18 pm - 11:52 pmCID-BNA

5h 34m1 stop

5:35 am - 9:32 amBNA-CID

3h 57m1 stop

$229American Airlines

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Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27

6:47 am - 1:07 pmCID-CVG

5h 20m1 stop

5:57 pm - 9:33 pmCVG-CID

4h 36m1 stop

$229United Airlines

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Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20

6:00 am - 1:23 pmMLI-BNA

7h 23m2 stops

4:12 pm - 11:35 pmBNA-MLI

7h 23m1 stop

$234American Airlines

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Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1

6:47 am - 10:31 amCID-BNA

3h 44m1 stop

3:10 pm - 7:07 pmBNA-CID

3h 57m1 stop

$239United Airlines

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Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6

American Airlines flights from Iowa to Kentucky

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American Airlines

Oct 24

CID6:18 pmCedar Rapids

5h 34m

1 stop

BNA11:52 pmNashville Intl

Oct 27

BNA5:35 amNashville Intl

3h 57m

1 stop

CID9:32 amCedar Rapids

$229

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American Airlines

Oct 28

MLI6:00 amMoline Quad-City

7h 23m

2 stops

BNA1:23 pmNashville Intl

Nov 1

BNA4:12 pmNashville Intl

7h 23m

1 stop

MLI11:35 pmMoline Quad-City

$234

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American Airlines

Oct 2

CID1:49 pmCedar Rapids

5h 52m

1 stop

CVG8:41 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Oct 5

CVG8:10 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

4h 49m

1 stop

CID11:59 pmCedar Rapids

$239

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Allegiant Air flights from Iowa to Kentucky

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Allegiant Air

Oct 13

CID2:52 pmCedar Rapids

1h 27m

BNA4:19 pmNashville Intl

Oct 17

BNA4:45 pmNashville Intl

1h 34m

CID6:19 pmCedar Rapids

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Allegiant Air

Sep 29

DSM2:22 pmDes Moines

1h 40m

BNA4:02 pmNashville Intl

Oct 2

BNA6:17 pmNashville Intl

1h 40m

DSM7:57 pmDes Moines

$91

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Allegiant Air

Nov 24

DSM9:34 amDes Moines

1h 35m

BNA11:09 amNashville Intl

Nov 28

BNA10:00 amNashville Intl

1h 44m

DSM11:44 amDes Moines

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Cedar RapidsNashville

CID - BNA

CIDBNA

Cedar Rapids

Mon 10/13

2:52 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Nashville Intl

Fri 10/17

4:45 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$85

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

2:22 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Thu 10/2

6:17 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$91

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

6:04 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Wed 10/15

6:12 am-1:52 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$133

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

2:32 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Nashville Intl

Fri 11/7

3:23 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$177

Cedar RapidsNashville

CID - BNA

CIDBNA

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/24

4:22 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Nashville Intl

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$217

Cedar RapidsNashville

CID - BNA

CIDBNA

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/24

5:54 am-11:39 am

1 stop5h 45m

Nashville Intl

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

$223

Cedar RapidsNashville

CID - BNA

CIDBNA

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/24

6:18 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Nashville Intl

Mon 10/27

5:35 am-9:32 am

1 stop3h 57m

$229

Cedar RapidsCincinnati

CID - CVG

CIDCVG

Cedar Rapids

Wed 10/15

6:47 am-1:07 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 10/20

5:57 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$229

MolineNashville

MLI - BNA

MLIBNA

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/28

6:00 am-1:23 pm

2 stops7h 23m

Nashville Intl

Sat 11/1

4:12 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$234

Cedar RapidsNashville

CID - BNA

CIDBNA

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/3

6:47 am-10:31 am

1 stop3h 44m

Nashville Intl

Mon 10/6

3:10 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$239

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Kentucky

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kentucky?

If you’re not able to fly to Kentucky in August, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Iowa to Kentucky during February average around $317.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Kentucky. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $333. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $457. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Kentucky.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kentucky is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Iowa to Kentucky at noon for as low as $322. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kentucky is in the morning when prices are around $396.

Cheap Iowa to Kentucky flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time	1h 27m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Kentucky	1 airport

The fastest flight from Iowa to Kentucky takes 1h 27m

Direct flights go from Iowa to Kentucky every day.

There is 1 airport near Kentucky: Nashville Intl (BNA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Kentucky?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Kentucky are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Kentucky?
As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Kentucky.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Kentucky?
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 Iowa to Kentucky.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kentucky?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kentucky 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 Kentucky. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Kentucky

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,964 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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