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

Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Missouri to Iowa

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

As of March 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Missouri to Iowa. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00AM, with 60% of flights taking off at noon.

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

As of March 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Missouri to Iowa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 50% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Missouri to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Missouri you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from St. Louis to Des Moines takes 3h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from Kansas City 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.

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

Prices for flights from Missouri to Iowa refresh daily.

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

As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Missouri to Iowa.

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

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

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

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7:45 am - 12:29 pm

STL

DSM

4h 44m

1 stop

7:16 pm - 11:11 pm

DSM

STL

3h 55m

1 stop

$215United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 16

7:40 am - 2:06 pm

STL

FOD

6h 26m

1 stop

2:40 pm - 9:08 pm

FOD

STL

6h 28m

1 stop

$229United Airlines

Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Mar 30

9:55 pm - 11:44 am

STL

OMA

13h 49m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 7:32 pm

OMA

STL

22h 34m

1 stop

$254Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

6:15 am - 1:40 pm

STL

DSM

7h 25m

1 stop

6:50 am - 1:35 pm

DSM

STL

6h 45m

1 stop

$261Southwest

Fri, Mar 27 - Fri, Apr 3

2:30 pm - 10:20 pm

STL

DSM

7h 50m

1 stop

6:55 am - 1:00 pm

DSM

STL

6h 05m

2 stops

$262Southwest

Mon, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 8

5:12 am - 10:54 am

STL

DSM

5h 42m

1 stop

5:00 am - 8:51 am

DSM

STL

3h 51m

1 stop

$265American Airlines

Sat, Mar 14 - Thu, Mar 19

8:40 pm - 8:18 pm

MCI

OMA

23h 38m

1 stop

8:59 pm - 7:58 pm

OMA

MCI

22h 59m

1 stop

$266Frontier

Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5

9:55 pm - 11:44 am

STL

OMA

13h 49m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 7:32 pm

OMA

STL

22h 34m

1 stop

$267Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

5:21 pm - 11:59 pm

STL

OMA

6h 38m

1 stop

11:13 am - 10:17 pm

OMA

STL

11h 04m

1 stop

$286American Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Thu, Apr 30

10:49 pm - 8:18 pm

STL

OMA

21h 29m

2 stops

8:59 pm - 9:48 am

OMA

STL

12h 49m

1 stop

$299Frontier

Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5

Frontier flights from Missouri to Iowa

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Frontier

Mar 29

MCI8:40 pmKansas City

23h 38m

1 stop

OMA8:18 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 5

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

22h 59m

1 stop

MCI7:58 pmKansas City

$266

Frontier

Apr 12

STL4:59 pmLambert-St Louis

27h 15m

2 stops

OMA8:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 19

OMA8:58 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

22h 34m

1 stop

STL7:32 pmLambert-St Louis

$281

Frontier

Mar 14

STL8:53 pmLambert-St Louis

12h 52m

1 stop

DSM9:45 amDes Moines

Mar 19

DSM10:40 amDes Moines

12h 39m

1 stop

STL11:19 pmLambert-St Louis

$290

American Airlines flights from Missouri to Iowa

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American Airlines

Mar 14

STL5:12 amLambert-St Louis

5h 42m

1 stop

DSM10:54 amDes Moines

Mar 19

DSM5:00 amDes Moines

3h 51m

1 stop

STL8:51 amLambert-St Louis

$265

American Airlines

Apr 28

STL5:21 pmLambert-St Louis

6h 38m

1 stop

OMA11:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 30

OMA11:13 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

11h 04m

1 stop

STL10:17 pmLambert-St Louis

$286

American Airlines

Mar 7

MCI7:15 amKansas City

6h 06m

1 stop

MLI1:21 pmMoline Quad-City

Mar 8

MLI7:09 pmMoline Quad-City

4h 45m

1 stop

MCI11:54 pmKansas City

$289

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/16

7:45 am-12:29 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Des Moines

Thu 4/16

7:16 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$215

St. LouisFort Dodge

STL - FOD

STLFOD

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/25

7:40 am-2:06 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Fort Dodge

Mon 3/30

2:40 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$229

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/16

9:55 pm-11:44 am

1 stop13h 49m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/19

8:58 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$254

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/27

6:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Fri 4/3

6:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$261

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/6

2:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

6:55 am-1:00 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$262

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 3/14

5:12 am-10:54 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

5:00 am-8:51 am

1 stop3h 51m

$265

Kansas CityOmaha

MCI - OMA

MCIOMA

Kansas City

Sun 3/29

8:40 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop23h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/5

8:59 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop22h 59m

$266

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/16

9:55 pm-11:44 am

1 stop13h 49m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/19

8:58 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$267

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/28

5:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/30

11:13 am-10:17 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$286

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/29

10:49 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops21h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/5

8:59 pm-9:48 am

1 stop12h 49m

$299

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Missouri to Iowa

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

The cheapest day to depart from Missouri to Iowa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $338. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $725. 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 Missouri to Iowa during this time can be as low as $280. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $468. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Missouri to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Lambert-St Louis to Burlington for the best Missouri - Iowa flight prices

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Missouri 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 Missouri to Iowa flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Missouri to Iowa flight.

Cheap Missouri to Iowa flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time	1h 15m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The fastest flight from Missouri to Iowa takes 1h 15m

Direct flights go from Missouri to Iowa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Southwest.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From Missouri there are direct flights to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Missouri to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Missouri to Iowa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Missouri to Iowa?
As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Missouri to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Missouri 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 Missouri to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The required travel and health documents for your Iowa 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 Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Missouri to Iowa?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Missouri and Iowa, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 20.37% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 12.96%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 11.11%, and Airbus A319 with 7.41%.

Best airlines flying from Missouri to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Southwest	PriceFrom $77	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,301 reviews		Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $142	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,375 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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