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$117+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$225
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$117
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$467
From Iowa to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:48 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop22h 51mFrontier
Sun 9/218:34 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop17h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$225
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 9/142:25 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop28h 14mFrontier
Sun 9/218:34 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop18h 06mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$228
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/275:57 amCID - CMH
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Wed 9/36:40 amCMH - CID
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/30$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/125:38 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/191:53 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$235
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/238:00 amOMA - CMH
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/255:03 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/1511:03 amCID - CMH
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/188:45 pmCMH - CID
1 stop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/18:25 amDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Sat 10/49:35 amCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/261:45 pmOMA - CMH
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 8/276:00 amCMH - OMA
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/254:29 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2712:33 pmCMH - DSM
3 stops30h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 11/99:19 amOMA - CMH
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/108:52 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 11/253:15 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/36:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 11/125:35 amOMA - CMH
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Fri 11/145:50 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/31$288

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Columbus that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/18

7:48 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop22h 51m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

8:34 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop17h 47m

$225

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

2:25 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop28h 14m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

8:34 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$228

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Wed 8/27

5:57 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Columbus

Wed 9/3

6:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 50m

$229

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

5:38 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Columbus

Fri 9/19

1:53 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$235

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/23

8:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Columbus

Mon 8/25

5:03 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$237

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Fri 8/15

11:03 am-4:27 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Columbus

Mon 8/18

8:45 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop3h 42m

$239

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

8:25 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Columbus

Sat 10/4

9:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$242

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/26

1:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Columbus

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops6h 40m

$247

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

4:29 pm-11:29 am

2 stops18h 00m

Columbus

Wed 8/27

12:33 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops30h 52m

$263

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 11/9

9:19 am-5:17 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Columbus

Mon 11/10

8:52 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$268

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Columbus

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Iowa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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.

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 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to Columbus, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $117 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $119 and United Airlines from $124 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Columbus?

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Columbus are Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbus, Des Moines - Columbus and Cedar Rapids - Columbus.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Iowa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Iowa to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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