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$99+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines (CVG - DSM)

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CVG — DSM
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/611:58 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
Sun 3/811:00 am
DSM
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CVG
1 stop19h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/128:30 am
CVG
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DSM
2 stops35h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/197:53 pm
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop14h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/127:00 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop4h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 3/1911:26 am
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop4h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/611:58 am
CVG
-
DSM
1 stop8h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/87:00 am
DSM
-
CVG
2 stops26h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/264:25 pm
CVG
-
DSM
1 stop6h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 3/291:10 pm
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop6h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/267:00 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop12h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/28:29 pm
DSM
-
CVG
2 stops23h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/266:00 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop8h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/293:22 pm
DSM
-
CVG
2 stops18h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 5/156:05 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Sun 5/175:28 pm
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop4h 36m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/126:35 am
CVG
-
DSM
2 stops17h 40m
Southwest
Thu 3/196:50 am
DSM
-
CVG
2 stops13h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/253:20 pm
CVG
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DSM
2 stops32h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/17:27 pm
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/266:35 am
CVG
-
DSM
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Sun 3/296:45 am
DSM
-
CVG
2 stops13h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 2/258:35 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop6h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 3/18:00 am
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop4h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$447

Find flight deals from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(Expedia)

One-way from

$99
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$512
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines that are best for you.

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CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/12

8:30 am-7:16 pm

2 stops35h 46m

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

7:53 pm-11:15 am

1 stop14h 22m

$286

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/12

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

11:26 am-5:19 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$321

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 3/6

11:58 am-7:16 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-10:48 am

2 stops26h 48m

$341

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

6:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

1:37 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$344

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

4:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

1:10 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$344

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/26

7:00 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

8:29 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops23h 56m

$358

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

3:22 pm-10:48 am

2 stops18h 26m

$363

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/12

6:35 am-11:15 pm

2 stops17h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

6:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$391

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 2/25

3:20 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops32h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$425

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

6:35 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

6:45 am-9:30 pm

2 stops13h 45m

$433

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cincinnati to Des Moines in February.
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 Cincinnati-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cincinnati-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cincinnati-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cincinnati-Des Moines 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 Cincinnati-Des Moines 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 Cincinnati to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines (average of $154). Flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated February 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Cincinnati to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,187 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,187 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,187 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,187 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,275 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,187 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cincinnati to Des Moines. 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 Cincinnati to Des Moines?

    Airlines like United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Cincinnati to Des Moines in about 4h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 04m. Cincinnati and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 504 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines round-trip from $163. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $236, and United Airlines, from $296. Users have found that Delta is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines (average of $154). Flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 3 airlines flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines. 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$163Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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