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$158+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs (DSM - COS)

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — COS
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Wed 9/2
Wed 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Colorado Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:22 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Thu 8/2710:12 am
COS
-
DSM
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:25 pm
DSM
-
COS
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Thu 9/34:20 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:40 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Fri 9/181:15 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/215:45 am
DSM
-
COS
1 stop3h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 10/56:00 am
COS
-
DSM
1 stop3h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2412:05 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Thu 8/2710:25 am
COS
-
DSM
2 stops10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/152:40 pm
DSM
-
COS
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Fri 9/181:15 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2112:05 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Mon 10/511:10 am
COS
-
DSM
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:13 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop7h 40m
American Airlines
Thu 9/103:54 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:40 am
DSM
-
COS
1 stop4h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 9/275:30 am
COS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/3$342

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Colorado Springs (COS). 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 August 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$158
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$466
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($107 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

2:25 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/3

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$300
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

5:45 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 55m

Colorado Springs

Mon 10/5

6:00 am-10:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

$315

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Tue 9/15

6:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Colorado Springs

Fri 9/18

1:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$320

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

12:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Colorado Springs

Mon 10/5

11:10 am-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$330

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Thu 9/24

5:40 am-8:40 am

1 stop4h 00m

Colorado Springs

Sun 9/27

5:30 am-10:52 am

1 stop4h 22m

$342

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 9/18

5:45 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 55m

Colorado Springs

Sun 9/27

5:30 am-10:52 am

1 stop4h 22m

$342

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

2:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Colorado Springs

Fri 10/16

2:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$352

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Thu 9/10

2:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Colorado Springs

Sun 9/13

5:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$353

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/2

2:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Colorado Springs

Sun 10/4

6:10 am-4:05 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$361

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 9/4

2:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/10

11:20 am-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$367

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Colorado Springs flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Colorado Springs flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Colorado Springs flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Colorado Springs flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Colorado Springs flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colorado Springs from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs (average of $266). Flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in July is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Des Moines to Colorado Springs flights typically cost between $392 and $488 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $295 on American Airlines (Aug 24-Aug 27).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colorado Springs

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colorado Springs. 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 Colorado Springs. Reviews last updated August 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and United Airlines from Des Moines to Colorado Springs to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,225 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,225 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,225 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,058 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,225 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Colorado Springs. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in 3h 55m. Fly via Southwest or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 612 mi between Des Moines and Colorado Springs. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Colorado Springs, with prices starting at $218. Another option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $256 round trip. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs (average of $266). Flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in July is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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