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

Frontier, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Iowa

What airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Michigan according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% 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.

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

The number of flights available between Michigan and Iowa is 141 per day as of May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 49% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

993 flights are operational weekly from Michigan to Iowa as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Michigan to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Michigan you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Detroit to Des Moines takes 1h 53m on average. On the other hand, flying from Grand Rapids to Des Moines takes 4h 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:20 am - 7:24 pm

DTW

OMA

12h 04m

1 stop

8:19 pm - 11:59 pm

OMA

DTW

26h 40m

1 stop

$216Frontier

Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 4

1:20 pm - 1:06 pm

DTW

CID

24h 46m

1 stop

1:55 pm - 12:46 pm

CID

DTW

21h 51m

1 stop

$222Frontier

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9

3:59 pm - 5:53 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 54mnonstop

8:08 am - 10:00 am

SUX

ORD

1h 52mnonstop

$224United Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Sun, Jun 7

5:11 pm - 8:53 am

ORD

DSM

15h 42m

1 stop

4:41 pm - 6:44 pm

DSM

ORD

26h 03m

1 stop

$238Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28

10:45 pm - 11:51 pm

ORD

CID

1h 06mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:15 am

CID

ORD

1h 15mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Sat, Jun 20

10:00 am - 11:17 am

ORD

CID

1h 17mnonstop

4:36 pm - 6:00 pm

CID

ORD

1h 24mnonstop

$249American Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10

6:00 am - 11:27 am

ORD

CID

5h 27m

1 stop

4:15 pm - 7:43 pm

CID

ORD

3h 28m

1 stop

$269Delta

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

8:55 am - 10:30 am

ORD

DSM

1h 35mnonstop

11:26 am - 1:03 pm

DSM

ORD

1h 37mnonstop

$269United Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 8

6:30 am - 11:26 am

ORD

CID

4h 56m

1 stop

4:19 pm - 9:52 pm

CID

ORD

5h 33m

1 stop

$274Delta

Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 27

6:31 pm - 1:31 pm

GRR

DSM

44h 00m

2 stops

5:02 pm - 6:29 pm

DSM

GRR

24h 27m

1 stop

$311Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Sun, Jun 14

Frontier flights from Michigan to Iowa

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Frontier

Jun 2

DTW8:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12h 04m

1 stop

OMA7:24 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 4

OMA8:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

26h 40m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$216

Frontier

Jun 2

DTW8:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12h 04m

1 stop

OMA7:24 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 3

OMA8:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

26h 40m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$222

Frontier

May 28

ORD9:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 54m

1 stop

DSM1:31 pmDes Moines

Jun 1

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

6h 16m

1 stop

ORD8:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$226

American Airlines flights from Michigan to Iowa

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American Airlines

Jun 8

ORD10:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 06m

CID11:51 pmCedar Rapids

Jun 20

CID6:00 amCedar Rapids

1h 15m

ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$239

American Airlines

Aug 25

ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 17m

CID11:17 amCedar Rapids

Sep 10

CID4:36 pmCedar Rapids

1h 24m

ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$249

American Airlines

Jul 24

ORD11:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 14m

CID12:14 amCedar Rapids

Jul 27

CID6:51 pmCedar Rapids

1h 44m

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$254

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DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

8:20 am-7:24 pm

1 stop12h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 6/4

8:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$216

DetroitCedar Rapids

DTW - CID

DTWCID

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/3

1:20 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop24h 46m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 6/9

1:55 pm-12:46 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$222

ChicagoSioux City

ORD - SUX

ORDSUX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

3:59 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Sun 6/7

8:08 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$224

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

5:11 pm-8:53 am

1 stop15h 42m

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

4:41 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop26h 03m

$238

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ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/8

10:45 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 6/20

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$239

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

10:00 am-11:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 9/10

4:36 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$249

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/26

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 9/27

4:15 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop3h 28m

$269

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

8:55 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

11:26 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$269

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/24

6:30 am-11:26 am

1 stop4h 56m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 7/27

4:19 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$274

Grand RapidsDes Moines

GRR - DSM

GRRDSM

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 6/8

6:31 pm-1:31 pm

2 stops44h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 6/14

5:02 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$311

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Michigan to Iowa

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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 Michigan averaging around $183.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Michigan to Iowa is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $419. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,037. 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 morning. Flights from Michigan to Iowa during this time can be as low as $439. 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 Michigan to Iowa flight route?

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Best Price Found	$439
Fastest flight time	0h 58m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The best flight deal from Michigan to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $439

The fastest flight from Michigan to Iowa takes 0h 58m

Direct flights go from Michigan to Iowa every day.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From Michigan there are direct flights to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Cedar Rapids (CID), Des Moines (DSM).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Michigan to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Iowa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Iowa?
As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan 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 Michigan to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Michigan to Iowa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Michigan to Iowa is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, representing 72.73% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 18.18%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 3.03%, and Boeing 737-800 at 3.03%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,701 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,661 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,446 reviews	Search Delta flights

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Iowa from Michigan which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Michigan to Iowa?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Michigan and Iowa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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