How long does it take to fly to Phoenix?

On average, it takes 3h to fly from Iowa to Phoenix if you fly out of Des Moines (the most popular airport in Iowa) and into Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Phoenix). If you’re flying out of Cedar Rapids and into Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 3h 22m.

What airlines fly to Phoenix?

American Airlines, Allegiant Air and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Phoenix from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Phoenix. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Phoenix on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

11 flights are operational daily from Iowa to Phoenix as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00AM, with 34% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Phoenix

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

As of February 2026, there are 83 flights per week flying from Iowa to Phoenix. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to Phoenix are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Phoenix is 7 as of February 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Phoenix.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Phoenix 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 Phoenix. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:22 pm - 10:44 pm

CID

AZA

3h 22mnonstop

3:33 pm - 8:26 pm

AZA

CID

2h 53mnonstop

$226Allegiant Air

Sun, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 11

8:07 pm - 11:07 am

CID

PHX

16h 00m

1 stop

8:27 pm - 12:07 pm

PHX

CID

13h 40m

1 stop

$227Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Mar 12

8:07 pm - 8:42 am

CID

PHX

13h 35m

1 stop

6:55 am - 12:07 pm

PHX

CID

27h 12m

1 stop

$228Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 12

7:36 pm - 8:12 am

CID

PHX

13h 36m

1 stop

6:51 pm - 7:03 pm

PHX

CID

23h 12m

1 stop

$231Frontier

Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 4

7:27 pm - 12:41 am

DSM

PHX

6h 14m

1 stop

1:09 pm - 7:16 pm

PHX

DSM

28h 07m

2 stops

$233Frontier

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

3:40 pm - 10:40 pm

DSM

PHX

9h 00m

1 stop

8:45 am - 5:45 pm

PHX

DSM

7h 00m

1 stop

$239Southwest

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 31

10:46 am - 4:19 pm

MLI

PHX

7h 33m

1 stop

6:15 am - 2:12 pm

PHX

MLI

5h 57m

1 stop

$259United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

10:46 am - 5:59 pm

MLI

PHX

9h 13m

2 stops

6:15 am - 2:12 pm

PHX

MLI

5h 57m

1 stop

$264United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

3:33 pm - 11:26 pm

MLI

PHX

8h 53m

1 stop

8:35 am - 8:59 pm

PHX

MLI

10h 24m

1 stop

$274American Airlines

Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10

2:32 pm - 4:40 pm

OMA

PHX

3h 08mnonstop

8:21 pm - 11:55 pm

PHX

OMA

2h 34mnonstop

$299American Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 7

Southwest flights from Iowa to Phoenix

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Mar 17

DSM3:40 pmDes Moines

9h 00m

1 stop

PHX10:40 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mar 31

PHX8:45 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7h 00m

1 stop

DSM5:45 pmDes Moines

$239

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Apr 18

DSM2:10 pmDes Moines

4h 45m

1 stop

PHX4:55 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Apr 25

PHX6:40 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4h 50m

1 stop

DSM1:30 pmDes Moines

$269

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Mar 17

DSM1:55 pmDes Moines

3h 05m

PHX3:00 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mar 26

PHX11:00 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2h 40m

DSM3:40 pmDes Moines

$279

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Apr 8

DSM6:26 pmDes Moines

3h 10m

PHX7:36 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Apr 15

PHX8:50 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2h 53m

DSM1:43 pmDes Moines

$244

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May 9

DSM2:39 pmDes Moines

3h 09m

PHX3:48 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

May 15

PHX8:54 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2h 53m

DSM1:47 pmDes Moines

$260

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Mar 21

DSM2:28 pmDes Moines

3h 11m

PHX3:39 pmPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mar 28

PHX8:54 amPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2h 53m

DSM1:47 pmDes Moines

$270

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Cedar RapidsPhoenix

CID - AZA

CIDAZA

Cedar Rapids

Sun 3/8

9:22 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Wed 3/11

3:33 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$226

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CID - PHX

CIDPHX

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

8:07 pm-11:07 am

1 stop16h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

8:27 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$227

Cedar RapidsPhoenix

CID - PHX

CIDPHX

Cedar Rapids

Mon 3/2

8:07 pm-8:42 am

1 stop13h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

6:55 am-12:07 pm

1 stop27h 12m

$228

Cedar RapidsPhoenix

CID - PHX

CIDPHX

Cedar Rapids

Sun 3/1

7:36 pm-8:12 am

1 stop13h 36m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/4

6:51 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop23h 12m

$231

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DSM - PHX

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Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:27 pm-12:41 am

1 stop6h 14m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

1:09 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$233

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DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 3/17

3:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/31

8:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$239

MolinePhoenix

MLI - PHX

MLIPHX

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/10

10:46 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$259

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MLI - PHX

MLIPHX

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/10

10:46 am-5:59 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$264

MolinePhoenix

MLI - PHX

MLIPHX

Moline Quad-City

Fri 3/6

3:33 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/10

8:35 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$274

OmahaPhoenix

OMA - PHX

OMAPHX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/4

2:32 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

8:21 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$299

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Phoenix?

If you are unable to visit Phoenix during the month of October, then departing from Iowa during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $297.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Phoenix from Iowa is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $359. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Iowa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $459.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Phoenix is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $164. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Phoenix, so prices are often more expensive at around $391 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Iowa to Phoenix flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Phoenix?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Phoenix from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Phoenix for around $330 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Phoenix from Iowa for as low as $272 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Iowa to Phoenix takes 2h 40m

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There are 3 airports in Phoenix. From Iowa there are direct flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), Phoenix-Mesa Gateway (AZA).

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Prices for flights from Iowa to Phoenix are updated daily.
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The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Phoenix is 7 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Phoenix?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Phoenix.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Phoenix?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Phoenix 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 Phoenix. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $100	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,051 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $112	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 710 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,173 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $187	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,281 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $191	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,249 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $212	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,255 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,896 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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If you are unable to visit Phoenix during the month of October, then departing from Iowa during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $297.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Phoenix is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $164. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Phoenix, so prices are often more expensive at around $391 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Iowa to Phoenix flight route?

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Iowa to Phoenix flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Allegiant Air, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Phoenix

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

11 flights are operational daily from Iowa to Phoenix as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00AM, with 34% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of February 2026, there are 83 flights per week flying from Iowa to Phoenix. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.

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