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My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3 out of 5
2315 Adventureland Drive Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 360 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 360
AED 404 total
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (946 reviews)
Clean, friendly and all you could ask for.

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3 out of 5
1785 11th Street NW Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 326 per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
AED 326
AED 365 total
8 Jan - 9 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,535 reviews)
Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept.

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 out of 5
215 Adventureland Drive NW Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 361 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
AED 361
AED 405 total
9 Jan - 10 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (672 reviews)
Friendly staff. Able to answer questions about area

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Altoona

The Tornado and Dragon roller coasters at Adventureland.

Adventureland

4/5(201 reviews)

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Adventureland
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

4.5/5(194 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

Iowa State Capitol Building
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Principal Park

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Principal Park

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Altoona that have flexible change policies?
At Expedia, we've been channeling our inner contortionist to provide you with the most flexible fares around town. Simply mark the "No change fee" box directly underneath the filter subheading "Flexible change policies" to find your ideal flight to Altoona.
Which airlines fly to Altoona?
With a great selection of airlines that fly into or near Altoona, you won't be short of options:

  • American Airlines - 407 flights to or near Altoona each month, including 407 flights to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) per month.
  • United Airlines - 294 flights to or near Altoona each month, including 294 flights to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) per month.
  • Delta Air Lines - 229 flights to or near Altoona each month, including 229 flights to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Altoona?
Book ahead of time, fly in or out of nearby airports, avoid vacation periods — there are loads of ways! Another one is to make use of Expedia's "flexible dates" feature. Find your Altoona flight, then check out the prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a flight to Altoona was .
How much is a flight to Altoona?
The cost of a round-trip airfare to Altoona in the last seven days fluctuated between and . If you were traveling one way from (), you could have nabbed a low-cost fare from just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Altoona?
Zip up your suitcase and fly into Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM), Altoona's leading flight hub. Book a seat on one of the 1,200 flights that land at this favorite destination every month.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Altoona?
If you can be flexible with what day you jet off to Altoona, try to depart early in the week. The most affordable day to take off is normally Tuesday, followed closely by Monday. Saturday is typically the priciest day, with lots of vacationers preferring to fly on the weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Altoona?
In the last seven days, tickets to Altoona varied between and . Prices tend to rise over time, so land yourself a great deal today.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Altoona?
February is an excellent month to pick up a terrific deal to Altoona. Keep in mind that the most expensive time to make a purchase in the U.S. Isn't the middle of summer, but the month of December.
How long is a flight to Altoona?
Flight times can vary for lots of different reasons, including where you're coming from. Here is a list of average flight times for some of the most sought-after domestic routes to Altoona:

  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 42 minutes
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 25 minutes
  • Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 54 minutes