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$101+ Cheap flights from Cleveland to Des Moines (CLE - 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLE — DSM
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cleveland to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Cleveland to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cleveland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/201:20 pm
CLE
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DSM
1 stop5h 59m
Frontier
Thu 2/267:27 pm
DSM
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CLE
1 stop24h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$192
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 3/51:32 pm
CLE
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DSM
1 stop6h 10m
Frontier
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
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CLE
1 stop12h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/207:00 am
CLE
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DSM
2 stops13h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/267:27 pm
DSM
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CLE
1 stop24h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 3/56:30 am
CLE
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DSM
1 stop4h 47m
Delta
Sat 3/76:50 am
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop4h 03m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/56:23 am
CLE
-
DSM
2 stops9h 01m
United Airlines
Sat 3/76:49 pm
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/202:18 pm
CLE
-
DSM
1 stop3h 39m
Delta
Sat 2/2112:28 pm
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop3h 36m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 3/512:30 pm
CLE
-
DSM
1 stop4h 10m
Delta
Sun 3/85:47 pm
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop5h 03m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/2012:22 pm
CLE
-
DSM
2 stops10h 19m
United Airlines
Sat 2/213:24 pm
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop6h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/65:30 am
CLE
-
DSM
2 stops14h 46m
Frontier
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop12h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/206:30 am
CLE
-
DSM
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Mon 2/235:43 pm
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 5/17:00 am
CLE
-
DSM
1 stop4h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 5/38:00 am
DSM
-
CLE
1 stop4h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/146:06 pm
CLE
-
DSM
1 stop4h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 2/188:00 am
DSM
-
CLE
2 stops11h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$372

Find flight deals from Cleveland to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cleveland (CLE) 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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$192
(Frontier)

One-way from

$101
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$618
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From Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Des Moines
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One-way flight from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cleveland 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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cleveland to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 3/5

1:32 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

8:21 pm-10:09 am

1 stop12h 48m

$198

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 2/20

7:00 am-7:48 pm

2 stops13h 48m

Des Moines

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$271

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 3/5

6:30 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 47m

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

6:50 am-11:53 am

1 stop4h 03m

$321

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 3/5

5:55 am-12:10 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

4:35 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$326

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 3/5

6:23 am-2:24 pm

2 stops9h 01m

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

6:49 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$326

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 2/20

11:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

3:24 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$342

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 2/20

2:18 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop3h 39m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

12:28 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop3h 36m

$342

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 3/5

12:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

5:47 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$344

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 2/20

5:56 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

4:20 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$354

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 2/14

4:16 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$367

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Compare providers for flights from Cleveland to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cleveland to Des Moines in January.
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 Cleveland-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cleveland-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cleveland-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cleveland-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 Cleveland-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 Cleveland to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Cleveland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cleveland to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cleveland to Des Moines (average of $218). Flying from Cleveland to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $315). 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 January 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Cleveland to Des Moines to help guide your decision. 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
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Frontier, Delta, and Southwest fly from Cleveland to Des Moines in about 4h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 28m. There are 610 mi between Cleveland and Des Moines. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cleveland to Des Moines round-trip from $271. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $280, and Southwest, from $286. American Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $118. United Airlines flights start at $127 while deals on Delta start at $163 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cleveland to Des Moines (average of $218). Flying from Cleveland to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $315). 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 Cleveland to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cleveland 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$280Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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