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$139+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines (CVG - DSM)

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — DSM
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$248
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$377
From Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Des Moines
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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 August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 8/309:45 amCVG - DSM
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/37:03 amDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$248
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/96:14 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Sun 10/122:37 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop19h 06mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 11/247:00 amCVG - DSM
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/2811:26 amDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/1312:09 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Sun 9/146:30 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 8/14$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/126:45 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Fri 9/196:30 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 8/13$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 8/289:49 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop25h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/318:30 amDSM - CVG
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 8/236:22 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop28h 57mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/259:05 amDSM - CVG
1 stop13h 08mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/14$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 8/287:00 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/296:12 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$357

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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

Sat 8/30

9:45 am-12:39 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

7:03 am-12:26 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$248

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 10/9

6:14 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

2:37 pm-10:43 am

1 stop19h 06m

$249

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 9/13

12:09 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

6:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$259

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 9/12

6:45 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

6:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$281

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/28

9:49 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop25h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

8:30 am-7:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$333

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 8/23

6:22 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop28h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

9:05 am-11:13 pm

1 stop13h 08m

$335

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 9/12

6:18 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

2:25 pm-4:39 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$352

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-8:37 am

1 stop3h 37m

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

9:36 am-3:07 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$357

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$139

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 8/24

9:49 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$142

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Best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 CVG to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cincinnati to Des Moines in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 August 14, 2025.
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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $256, and United Airlines, from $286. Users have found that Delta is 57% 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.

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  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$163Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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