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$160+ Cheap flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines (COS - 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COS — DSM
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Colorado Springs to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colorado Springs (COS) 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 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$393
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Cheapest flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colorado Springs to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 5/276:35 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 5/301:45 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop4h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/10$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/64:49 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop5h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 3/97:27 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop5h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/412:05 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Sat 2/71:20 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 9/1012:27 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 9/147:50 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop4h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/9$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/51:25 pm
COS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 09m
United Airlines
Thu 2/125:30 am
DSM
-
COS
1 stop4h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/11$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Wed 5/277:05 am
COS
-
DSM
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/306:40 am
DSM
-
COS
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/10$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 9/106:30 am
COS
-
DSM
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Mon 9/1412:05 pm
DSM
-
COS
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/9$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Sat 1/248:40 am
COS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 1/319:03 am
DSM
-
COS
1 stop6h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/10$349

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Colorado Springs 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 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Colorado Springs

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Des Moines

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Price

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Fri 3/6

4:49 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

7:27 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$295

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Wed 2/4

12:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

1:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$299

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sat 2/21

2:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

6:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 10m

$316

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Thu 2/5

1:25 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

5:30 am-8:44 am

1 stop4h 14m

$331

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sat 1/24

8:40 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

9:03 am-2:34 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$349

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-2:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

1:00 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$374

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Thu 2/5

12:00 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

6:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 10m

$376

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sun 2/15

6:55 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$160

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sun 2/15

8:30 am-7:06 pm

3 stops57h 36m

$542

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Deals found on 1/12

Compare providers for flights from Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Colorado Springs-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Colorado Springs-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colorado Springs-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colorado Springs-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Colorado Springs-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 Colorado Springs to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colorado Springs to Des Moines (average of $56). Flying from Colorado Springs to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,114 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,149 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Colorado Springs to Des Moines will take you 5h 59m. The distance between Colorado Springs and Des Moines is about 612 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $176, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colorado Springs to Des Moines. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Colorado Springs to Des Moines for 54% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $83. Users have also found prices from $108 and $139 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs to Des Moines?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colorado Springs to Des Moines (average of $56). Flying from Colorado Springs to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 2 airlines flying from Colorado Springs to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Colorado Springs 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 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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