How long is the flight from Minnesota to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Minnesota you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Minneapolis to Des Moines takes 1h 12m on average. On the other hand, flying from Duluth to Des Moines takes 4h 20m 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 is the cheapest airline that flies from Minnesota to Iowa?

Frontier, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Minnesota to Iowa

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

As of March 2026, there are 184 flights per week flying from Minnesota to Iowa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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

As of March 2026, 26 flights take off from Minnesota and land in Iowa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 52% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

Prices for flights from Minnesota to Iowa are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Minnesota to Iowa is 4 as of March 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minnesota to Iowa.

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

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

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1:30 pm - 8:04 pm

MSP

OMA

6h 34m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 11:58 pm

OMA

MSP

27h 00m

1 stop

$171Frontier

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26

6:45 am - 8:14 pm

MSP

OMA

13h 29m

1 stop

8:59 pm - 11:58 pm

OMA

MSP

26h 59m

1 stop

$192Frontier

Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10

9:40 pm - 10:52 pm

MSP

CID

1h 12mnonstop

2:50 pm - 4:02 pm

CID

MSP

1h 12mnonstop

$199Delta

Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 4

2:31 pm - 3:40 pm

MSP

CID

1h 09mnonstop

11:51 am - 1:05 pm

CID

MSP

1h 14mnonstop

$229Delta

Thu, Mar 26 - Thu, Apr 2

6:57 pm - 11:17 pm

DLH

DSM

4h 20m

1 stop

3:21 pm - 10:06 pm

DSM

DLH

6h 45m

1 stop

$238United Airlines

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12

8:25 pm - 11:57 pm

MSP

MLI

3h 32m

1 stop

6:30 am - 10:25 am

MLI

MSP

3h 55m

1 stop

$239United Airlines

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12

7:30 pm - 11:48 pm

FAR

DSM

4h 18m

1 stop

6:40 am - 11:47 am

DSM

FAR

5h 07m

1 stop

$249American Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 5

8:19 am - 12:18 pm

MSP

CID

3h 59m

1 stop

6:52 pm - 11:59 pm

CID

MSP

5h 07m

1 stop

$269American Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Sat, Apr 25

6:45 am - 1:09 pm

MSP

DSM

6h 24m

1 stop

7:00 am - 3:01 pm

DSM

MSP

32h 01m

2 stops

$274Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 23

6:45 am - 1:09 pm

MSP

DSM

6h 24m

1 stop

7:00 am - 1:30 pm

DSM

MSP

30h 30m

1 stop

$276Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 23

Frontier flights from Minnesota to Iowa

Our best Frontier deals on Minnesota to Iowa flight tickets

Frontier

Apr 24

MSP1:30 pmMinneapolis St Paul

6h 34m

1 stop

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 26

OMA8:58 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

27h 00m

1 stop

MSP11:58 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$171

Frontier

May 8

MSP6:45 amMinneapolis St Paul

13h 29m

1 stop

OMA8:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 10

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

26h 59m

1 stop

MSP11:58 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$192

Frontier

May 8

MSP6:45 amMinneapolis St Paul

13h 29m

1 stop

OMA8:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 10

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

17h 55m

1 stop

MSP2:54 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$213

Southwest flights from Minnesota to Iowa

Our best Southwest deals on Minnesota to Iowa flight tickets

Southwest

Apr 15

MSP7:50 amMinneapolis St Paul

8h 20m

2 stops

OMA4:10 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 22

OMA4:45 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 20m

2 stops

MSP11:05 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$280

Southwest

Apr 13

MSP4:55 pmMinneapolis St Paul

6h 05m

2 stops

OMA11:00 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 14

OMA5:30 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 50m

1 stop

MSP12:20 pmMinneapolis St Paul

$310

Southwest

Apr 2

MSP2:45 pmMinneapolis St Paul

8h 15m

2 stops

OMA11:00 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 5

OMA5:05 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

4h 30m

1 stop

MSP9:35 amMinneapolis St Paul

$348

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Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisOmaha

MSP - OMA

MSPOMA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/24

1:30 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/26

8:58 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$171

MinneapolisOmaha

MSP - OMA

MSPOMA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/8

6:45 am-8:14 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/10

8:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$192

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 3/28

9:40 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/4

2:50 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$199

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 3/26

2:31 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 4/2

11:51 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$229

DuluthDes Moines

DLH - DSM

DLHDSM

Duluth Intl

Fri 4/10

6:57 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

3:21 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$238

MinneapolisMoline

MSP - MLI

MSPMLI

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/10

8:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop3h 32m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 4/12

6:30 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 55m

$239

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 4/1

7:30 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

6:40 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 07m

$249

MinneapolisCedar Rapids

MSP - CID

MSPCID

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/23

8:19 am-12:18 pm

1 stop3h 59m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/25

6:52 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$269

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/20

6:45 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Des Moines

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-3:01 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$274

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/20

6:45 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Des Moines

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$276

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of November is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Minnesota averaging around $238.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Minnesota to Iowa is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $299. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday 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 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 evening. Flights from Minnesota to Iowa during this time can be as low as $299. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $389. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Minnesota to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Cedar Rapids for the best Minnesota - Iowa flight prices

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Iowa flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Minnesota to Iowa flight.

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

Fastest flight time	1h 04m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The fastest flight from Minnesota to Iowa takes 1h 04m

Direct flights go from Minnesota to Iowa every day.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minnesota to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Minnesota to Iowa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minnesota to Iowa?
The number of operators available for flights from Minnesota to Iowa is 4 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Minnesota to Iowa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minnesota to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa 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 Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Minnesota to Iowa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Minnesota to Iowa is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (70.27% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (8.11%), Airbus A319 (5.41%), and Boeing 737-800 (5.41%).

Best airlines flying from Minnesota to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,242 reviews		Search Delta flights

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

Yes. All flights to Iowa from Minnesota on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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