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

526 flights are operational weekly from Michigan to Iowa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 24% 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 50m on average. On the other hand, flying from Grand Rapids 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.

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 40% 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.

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

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

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

The number of flights available between Michigan and Iowa is 75 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 54% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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 December 2025, there are 5 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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6:25 pm - 7:45 pm

ORD

BRL

1h 20mnonstop

9:00 am - 10:10 am

BRL

ORD

1h 10mnonstop

$88Contour

Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9

10:50 am - 12:10 pm

ORD

BRL

1h 20mnonstop

9:00 am - 10:10 am

BRL

ORD

1h 10mnonstop

$89Contour

Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5

4:43 pm - 12:16 pm

DTW

OMA

20h 33m1 stop

7:48 pm - 11:24 am

OMA

DTW

14h 36m1 stop

$172Frontier

Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 18

4:40 pm - 5:55 pm

ORD

CID

1h 15mnonstop

6:28 pm - 8:06 pm

CID

ORD

1h 38mnonstop

$179American Airlines

Wed, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 31

9:40 am - 11:12 am

ORD

DSM

1h 32mnonstop

5:01 pm - 6:48 pm

DSM

ORD

1h 47mnonstop

$189American Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 21

8:20 pm - 9:34 pm

ORD

CID

1h 14mnonstop

8:15 am - 9:31 am

CID

ORD

1h 16mnonstop

$194United Airlines

Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, May 25

11:59 am - 6:29 pm

DTW

OMA

7h 30m1 stop

1:59 pm - 9:05 pm

OMA

DTW

6h 06m1 stop

$197Frontier

Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23

6:00 am - 11:11 am

ORD

CID

5h 11m1 stop

11:51 am - 3:19 pm

CID

ORD

3h 28m1 stop

$199Delta

Wed, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 31

6:50 am - 11:24 am

ORD

DSM

4h 34m1 stop

6:24 am - 1:08 pm

DSM

ORD

6h 44m1 stop

$209Delta

Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18

8:20 pm - 9:50 pm

ORD

DSM

1h 30mnonstop

11:30 am - 1:07 pm

DSM

ORD

1h 37mnonstop

$245United Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 14

United Airlines flights from Michigan to Iowa

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United Airlines

Jan 9

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 14m

CID9:34 pmCedar Rapids

May 25

CID8:15 amCedar Rapids

1h 16m

ORD9:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$194

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United Airlines

Mar 6

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 33m

DSM1:23 pmDes Moines

Mar 8

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

1h 36m

ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$197

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United Airlines

Jan 12

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 30m

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

Jan 14

DSM11:30 amDes Moines

1h 37m

ORD1:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$245

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Delta flights from Michigan to Iowa

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Delta

Mar 25

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 11m

1 stop

CID11:11 amCedar Rapids

Mar 31

CID11:51 amCedar Rapids

3h 28m

1 stop

ORD3:19 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$199

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Delta

Jan 15

ORD6:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 34m

1 stop

DSM11:24 amDes Moines

Jan 18

DSM6:24 amDes Moines

6h 44m

1 stop

ORD1:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$209

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Delta

Jan 23

MDW7:16 pmChicago Midway

3h 29m

1 stop

CID10:45 pmCedar Rapids

Jan 25

CID6:30 amCedar Rapids

6h 39m

1 stop

MDW1:09 pmChicago Midway

$214

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ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

6:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Fri 1/9

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$88

ChicagoBurlington

ORD - BRL

ORDBRL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

10:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Burlington

Mon 1/5

9:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$89

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

4:43 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop20h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/18

7:48 pm-11:24 am

1 stop14h 36m

$172

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

4:40 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 3/31

6:28 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$179

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

9:40 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

5:01 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$189

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

8:20 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/25

8:15 am-9:31 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$194

DetroitOmaha

DTW - OMA

DTWOMA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

11:59 am-6:29 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/23

1:59 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$197

ChicagoCedar Rapids

ORD - CID

ORDCID

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 3/31

11:51 am-3:19 pm

1 stop3h 28m

$199

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

6:50 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 34m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

6:24 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

8:20 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

11:30 am-1:07 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$245

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

The cheapest day to depart from Michigan to Iowa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $409. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $557. 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 $409. 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?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cedar Rapids for the best Michigan - Iowa flight prices

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Michigan 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 Michigan to Iowa flights?

You could potentially save up to 70% on your flight if you consider stops on a Michigan to Iowa flight.

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Best Price Found	$558
Fastest flight time	0h 27m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Michigan in the past 72 hours is $558. The best round-trip flight deal from Michigan to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $589.

The fastest flight from Michigan to Iowa takes 0h 27m

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), Burlington (BRL), Cedar Rapids (CID), Des Moines (DSM).

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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 December 2025, there are 5 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 60.71% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 28.57%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 3.57%, and Boeing 737-800 at 3.57%.

Best airlines flying from Michigan to Iowa

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,105 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Michigan to Iowa for you.

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.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Michigan to Iowa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Iowa, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Iowa from Michigan and alert you when they change.