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$152+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus

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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/51:05 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 38m
United Airlines
Mon 11/97:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/135:40 am
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Mon 8/175:35 pm
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 11/239:55 am
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 12/17:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/135:40 am
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Wed 8/197:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 10/177:29 am
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 10/245:24 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/25$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:11 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop7h 04m
Delta
Mon 9/142:09 pm
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/25$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/223:20 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 8/299:55 am
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops8h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/55:30 am
DSM
-
CMH
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Sat 9/127:15 am
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 11/235:25 am
DSM
-
CMH
2 stops6h 40m
Southwest
Tue 12/16:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 9/43:20 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 9/87:20 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$338

Find 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 July 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$298
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$152
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$436
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2026.
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

5:40 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Columbus

Mon 8/17

5:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$303
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 11/23

9:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Columbus

Tue 12/1

7:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$304

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

8:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop4h 06m

Columbus

Sun 8/23

6:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$308

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

5:40 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Columbus

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$308

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-2:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Columbus

Mon 8/17

6:11 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 12m

$308

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

3:20 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Columbus

Sat 8/29

9:55 am-5:28 pm

2 stops8h 33m

$314

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:30 am-3:45 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Columbus

Sat 8/29

7:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$353

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Thu 9/24

6:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Columbus

Sun 9/27

7:50 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$355

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 10/16

1:24 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Columbus

Sun 10/18

7:17 am-10:31 am

1 stop4h 14m

$392

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

6:24 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 16m

Columbus

Mon 9/14

2:12 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops10h 21m

$393

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Columbus

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus (average of $289). Flying from Des Moines to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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 Columbus?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Columbus flights typically cost between $350 and $521 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $298 on United Airlines (Nov 5-Nov 9).

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 July 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Columbus 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
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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. 4 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.

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

    For as low as $304, Southwest can have you in Columbus from Des Moines in 4h 20m. Des Moines and Columbus are separated by a distance of 573 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $257, United Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Columbus and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $284 and $296, respectively. These flights start at 41% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Columbus for a low price.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus (average of $289). Flying from Des Moines to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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 Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Columbus. 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$225Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$284Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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