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$39+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Colorado

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DSM — DEN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$92
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One-way from

$39
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$193

Good round-trip deal

$170 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 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 August 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Fri 9/122:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Fri 9/1910:53 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$103
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 10/22:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/1611:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$108
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/911:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$110
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:20 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Sun 9/710:53 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$118
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/222:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 9/2510:53 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$119
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 11/142:32 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:01 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$120
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 10/162:37 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Sun 10/1911:06 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$122
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:25 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Sun 9/2810:53 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$123
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/296:20 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Sun 8/3111:34 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 49mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$124
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 11/132:32 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:01 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$129
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 12/58:15 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Mon 12/84:23 pmDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$132
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/155:15 pmDSM - COS
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/225:30 amCOS - DSM
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$217

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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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Colorado that are best for you.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Colorado

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

2:25 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Denver Intl

Fri 9/19

10:53 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$103

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Denver Intl

Thu 10/16

11:06 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$108

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

2:37 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Denver Intl

Wed 10/15

11:06 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$108

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

2:37 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Denver Intl

Sun 10/19

11:06 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$108

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Denver Intl

Thu 10/9

11:06 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$110

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

2:32 pm-3:39 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Denver Intl

Sun 11/9

11:01 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$110

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

2:32 pm-3:39 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Denver Intl

Sun 11/2

11:01 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$110

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

5:15 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Colorado Springs

Mon 9/22

5:30 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 16m

$217

Des MoinesDurango

DSM - DRO

DSMDRO

Des Moines

Wed 9/17

5:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Durango La Plata County

Mon 9/22

5:30 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 16m

$254

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/17

7:31 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Colorado Springs

Tue 10/21

7:42 am-3:03 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$258

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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 August 18, 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.

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 August 18, 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
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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 143 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Frontier, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Colorado in about 2h 04m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 35m. 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 $39. American Airlines flights start at $109 while deals on Delta start at $245 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 - Grand Junction Regnl and Des Moines - Colorado Springs.

  • 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 (77%), Air Canada (75%) or Southwest (74%) 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 $735, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Des Moines - Denver Intl), is priced around $136.

  • 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$139Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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