Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus from $118

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — CMH
May 6 — May 131

The best prices from Des Moines to Columbus are usually found in February or January, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$282

One-way from

$153
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
From Des Moines to Columbus
One-way flight from Des Moines to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Columbus?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 39% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus?

To save on the cost of your flight from Des Moines to Columbus, book at least 25 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 45% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $350 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $518.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Columbus?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Columbus from Des Moines average $408. You can even find prices in February for less than $408, as users have found deals to Columbus from as low as $167. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Columbus from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Columbus (DSM - CMH)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from Des Moines to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Des Moines and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Delta flights we've detected traveling from Des Moines to Columbus. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 5/136:14 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Wed 5/151:40 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/29$343
Mon 5/136:14 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 5/186:07 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/30$436
Fri 5/2410:40 amDSM - CMH
2 stops5h 36mDelta
Sun 5/266:36 amCMH - DSM
2 stops8h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,863

Cheap United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Des Moines to Columbus. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 5/246:41 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$332
Fri 5/246:05 amDSM - CMH
2 stops16h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$525
Fri 10/46:40 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/67:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$541
Mon 5/135:05 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop28h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$586
Fri 10/43:28 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops17h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/67:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$607
Mon 5/131:40 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$696
Mon 5/131:40 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops19h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$730

Cheap Des Moines to Columbus flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Columbus specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Prices were last updated on May 1, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Columbus in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 5/246:41 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$332
Mon 5/136:14 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Wed 5/151:40 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/29$343
Mon 5/136:14 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 5/186:07 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/30$436
Wed 5/16:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/28:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$481
Fri 5/246:05 amDSM - CMH
2 stops16h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$525
Mon 5/135:05 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop28h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$586
Mon 5/131:40 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$696
Mon 5/131:40 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops19h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$730
Wed 5/18:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/210:23 amCMH - DSM
2 stops12h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$786

Des Moines to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Columbus in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 10/44:20 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/67:17 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$314
Fri 5/246:41 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$332
Mon 5/136:14 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Wed 5/151:40 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/29$343
Mon 5/136:14 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 5/186:07 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/30$436
Wed 5/16:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/28:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$481
Fri 5/246:05 amDSM - CMH
2 stops16h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/267:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$525
Fri 10/46:40 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/67:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$541
Mon 5/135:05 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop28h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$586
Fri 10/43:28 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops17h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/67:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$607

One-way flights to Columbus from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Des Moines to Columbus. Users can also find round-trip Des Moines to Columbus flights by using the search form above.
Tue 9/175:45 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$118
Thu 6/206:32 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/30$153
Fri 5/246:41 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$209
Sun 5/125:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$243
Tue 9/179:06 amDSM - CMH
2 stops13h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$333
Sun 5/129:03 amDSM - CMH
2 stops23h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$334
Fri 5/2411:30 amDSM - CMH
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$442
Thu 6/208:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops14h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$461

Find flights from Des Moines to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,913,887 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

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DSM - CMH

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Fri 10/4

1 stop6h 28m

Columbus

Sun 10/6

1 stop4h 58m

$314

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DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 5/24

1 stop4h 18m

Columbus

Sun 5/26

1 stop4h 15m

$332

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DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 5/13

1 stop5h 12m

Columbus

Wed 5/15

1 stop3h 49m

$343

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 5/13

1 stop5h 12m

Columbus

Sat 5/18

1 stop5h 33m

$436

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 5/24

2 stops16h 54m

Columbus

Sun 5/26

1 stop4h 15m

$525

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 10/4

2 stops13h 56m

Columbus

Sun 10/6

1 stop4h 13m

$541

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 5/13

1 stop28h 20m

Columbus

Sat 5/18

2 stops17h 38m

$586

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 10/4

3 stops17h 08m

Columbus

Sun 10/6

1 stop4h 13m

$607

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 5/13

2 stops8h 50m

Columbus

Wed 5/15

1 stop4h 34m

$696

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 4/29

When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Columbus. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Columbus may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbus by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Columbus by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Columbus is currently $287 while a round-trip flight costs $487. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus (average of $282). Flying from Des Moines to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$291

February

$298

March

$347

April

$332

May

$344

June

$373

July

$344

August

$298

September

$295

October

$282

November

$294

December

$300

Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated May 1, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.3
Good
14,788 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Columbus?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Columbus. 3 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Columbus for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Columbus for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $314, but on average you can expect to pay $633.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $314, American Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Columbus and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $332 and $343, respectively. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Columbus one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Columbus for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Columbus?

  • What does DSM to CMH mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Des Moines Airport to Columbus Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DSM to CMH flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/30.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Columbus

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American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$305Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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