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$31+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Colorado

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DEN
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Colorado flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$31
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$168

Good round-trip deal

$191 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Colorado
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Colorado. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/62:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/911:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$83
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/122:37 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Wed 10/1511:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$97
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/1011:01 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:37 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Sun 10/1911:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$101
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/132:39 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Thu 10/1611:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$102
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Sun 11/911:01 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:37 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Sun 10/1911:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/311:01 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$111
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:39 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Wed 10/2211:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$112
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/292:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/210:53 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/172:37 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Wed 10/2211:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$118
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/145:13 pmDSM - COS
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/216:20 pmCOS - DSM
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$177

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Colorado 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Colorado that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Colorado

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-7:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Denver Intl

Tue 10/21

9:00 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$137

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

5:14 pm-6:18 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Denver Intl

Fri 11/7

6:00 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$147

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

6:25 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Denver Intl

Sat 11/1

9:30 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$157

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

4:15 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Denver Intl

Sat 12/6

9:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$172

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

4:15 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Denver Intl

Sun 12/14

6:20 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$172

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

5:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

Colorado Springs

Wed 11/5

5:17 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$177

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Tue 10/21

5:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

Colorado Springs

Tue 10/21

5:01 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$177

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

5:13 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Colorado Springs

Tue 10/21

6:20 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$177

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 11/20

4:15 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Denver Intl

Mon 11/24

6:20 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$182

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:30 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Denver Intl

Mon 11/17

4:18 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado (average of $197). Flying from Des Moines to Colorado in March is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to CO?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Colorado. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Colorado as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Colorado

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Colorado. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to USCO are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colorado

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colorado. 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. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Colorado, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,173 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Colorado from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Colorado flight route?

    Flights from Des Moines to Colorado have been viewed 137 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Colorado in about 2h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 48m. The distance between Des Moines and Colorado is about 588 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $33. United Airlines flights start at $69 while deals on Southwest start at $224 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Colorado?

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Colorado are Des Moines - Denver Intl, Des Moines - Colorado Springs and Des Moines - Grand Junction Regnl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Colorado?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Des Moines to Colorado consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (82%), Southwest (81%) or Air Canada (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Colorado?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Colorado? While on average our users pay $759, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Des Moines - Denver Intl), is priced around $120.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado 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?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado (average of $197). Flying from Des Moines to Colorado in March is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Colorado

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Colorado. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$139Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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