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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Scotland

How long is the flight from Iowa to Scotland?

The flight from Iowa to Scotland depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Des Moines (a popular airport in Iowa) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Scotland), then the flight time is 11h 35m on average. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (another popular airport in Iowa) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 13h 37m.

What airlines fly to Scotland?

United Airlines, British Airways and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Scotland from Iowa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Scotland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Scotland.

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

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 Scotland.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Scotland 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 Scotland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:20 am - 4:35 pmDSM-EDI

24h 15m2 stops

10:00 am - 5:45 pmEDI-DSM

13h 45m1 stop

$624Virgin Atlantic

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Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 1

4:26 pm - 11:50 amDSM-INV

13h 24m2 stops

10:30 am - 4:10 pmINV-DSM

35h 40m2 stops

$630British Airways

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Fri, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 10

11:51 am - 11:50 amDSM-INV

17h 59m2 stops

10:30 am - 11:46 pmINV-DSM

19h 16m3 stops

$632American Airlines

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Fri, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 10

2:15 pm - 11:50 amDSM-INV

15h 35m2 stops

10:30 am - 11:07 amINV-DSM

30h 37m2 stops

$633American Airlines

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Fri, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 10

11:35 am - 8:25 amDSM-EDI

14h 50m1 stop

11:30 am - 9:45 pmEDI-DSM

16h 15m1 stop

$670Lufthansa

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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 8

3:18 pm - 8:25 amOMA-EDI

11h 07m1 stop

9:00 am - 2:21 pmEDI-OMA

35h 21m2 stops

$674United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30

11:35 am - 8:25 amDSM-EDI

14h 50m1 stop

9:00 am - 9:45 pmEDI-DSM

18h 45m2 stops

$677Lufthansa

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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 8

6:37 pm - 12:05 pmOMA-EDI

11h 28m1 stop

6:00 am - 8:35 pmEDI-OMA

20h 35m2 stops

$690Delta

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Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 15

3:25 pm - 8:25 amDSM-EDI

11h 00m1 stop

9:00 am - 2:23 pmEDI-DSM

35h 23m2 stops

$699United Airlines

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 29

2:05 pm - 8:00 amDSM-EDI

11h 55m1 stop

6:00 am - 5:54 pmEDI-DSM

17h 54m2 stops

$705Delta

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Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 10

United Airlines flights from Iowa to Scotland

Our best United Airlines deals on Iowa to Scotland flight tickets

United Airlines

Sep 23

OMA3:18 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

11h 07m

1 stop

EDI8:25 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 30

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

35h 21m

2 stops

OMA2:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$674

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United Airlines

Sep 22

OMA11:28 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

14h 57m

1 stop

EDI8:25 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 29

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

37h 12m

2 stops

OMA4:12 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$699

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United Airlines

Sep 18

DSM6:25 pmDes Moines

32h 00m

1 stop

EDI8:25 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Sep 25

EDI9:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

35h 23m

2 stops

DSM2:23 pmDes Moines

$704

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Delta flights from Iowa to Scotland

Our best Delta deals on Iowa to Scotland flight tickets

Delta

Oct 7

OMA6:37 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

11h 28m

1 stop

EDI12:05 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

Oct 15

EDI6:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

20h 35m

2 stops

OMA8:35 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$690

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Delta

Sep 30

DSM2:05 pmDes Moines

11h 55m

1 stop

EDI8:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

Oct 10

EDI6:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

17h 54m

2 stops

DSM5:54 pmDes Moines

$705

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Delta

Sep 30

DSM11:17 amDes Moines

18h 48m

1 stop

EDI12:05 pmEdinburgh Turnhouse

Oct 10

EDI6:00 amEdinburgh Turnhouse

17h 44m

2 stops

DSM5:44 pmDes Moines

$706

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Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 9/24

10:20 am-4:35 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/1

10:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$624

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

4:26 pm-11:50 am

2 stops13h 24m

Inverness

Wed 12/10

10:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$630

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

11:51 am-11:50 am

2 stops17h 59m

Inverness

Wed 12/10

10:30 am-11:46 pm

3 stops19h 16m

$632

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

2:15 pm-11:50 am

2 stops15h 35m

Inverness

Wed 12/10

10:30 am-11:07 am

2 stops30h 37m

$633

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

11:35 am-8:25 am

1 stop14h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/8

11:30 am-9:45 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$670

OmahaEdinburgh

OMA - EDI

OMAEDI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/23

3:18 pm-8:25 am

1 stop11h 07m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/30

9:00 am-2:21 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$674

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

11:35 am-8:25 am

1 stop14h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/8

9:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$677

OmahaEdinburgh

OMA - EDI

OMAEDI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/7

6:37 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$690

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

3:25 pm-8:25 am

1 stop11h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/29

9:00 am-2:23 pm

2 stops35h 23m

$699

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

2:05 pm-8:00 am

1 stop11h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-5:54 pm

2 stops17h 54m

$705

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Scotland

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

The cheapest day to depart from Iowa to Scotland is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Scotland on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $899. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $1,162. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Scotland.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Scotland is in the afternoon. Flights from Iowa to Scotland during this time can be as low as $970. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,168.

Can stopping save me money on Iowa to Scotland flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to Scotland flight.

Cheap Iowa to Scotland flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Iowa to Scotland

Best Price Found	$421
Fastest flight time	11h 00m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Scotland	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Scotland from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $421. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Scotland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $624.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Scotland takes 11h 00m

There are no direct flights from Iowa to Scotland. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Des Moines Airport - Inverness Airport, Des Moines Airport - Glasgow Intl Airport and Des Moines Airport - Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

There are 3 airports near Scotland: Inverness (INV), Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), Glasgow Intl (GLA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Scotland?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Scotland are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Scotland?
As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Scotland.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Scotland?
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 Scotland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?
The required travel and health documents for your Scotland 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 Scotland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Scotland

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Iowa to Scotland with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $527	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,979 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $622	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,261 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $664	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,920 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $670	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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