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$281+ Cheap flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines (COS - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COS — DSM
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
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 November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$382
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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 November 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/510:24 amCOS - DSM
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/85:15 pmDSM - COS
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/58:10 amCOS - DSM
2 stops7h 53mDelta
Mon 12/85:34 amDSM - COS
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 11/19$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/167:00 amCOS - DSM
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/225:06 pmDSM - COS
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$456
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/216:25 pmCOS - DSM
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/285:30 amDSM - COS
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$551
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 11/2612:36 pmCOS - DSM
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/305:26 pmDSM - COS
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$552
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/236:25 amCOS - DSM
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/281:05 pmDSM - COS
1 stop12h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$565
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/216:00 amCOS - DSM
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Mon 11/242:17 pmDSM - COS
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/19$577
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/221:10 pmCOS - DSM
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Sun 12/281:05 pmDSM - COS
1 stop12h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$593

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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

Thu 1/29

3:30 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

5:30 am-8:52 am

1 stop4h 22m

$281

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Fri 1/30

5:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

5:30 am-8:52 am

1 stop4h 22m

$312

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sat 1/17

6:12 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

11:35 am-5:41 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$313

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Thu 1/29

12:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

4:40 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops5h 50m

$334

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Fri 1/30

12:05 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

6:25 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 55m

$364

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Fri 12/5

10:24 am-4:12 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

5:15 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$399

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops13h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

3:04 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$401

Colorado SpringsDes Moines

COS - DSM

COSDSM

Colorado Springs

Fri 12/5

8:10 am-5:03 pm

2 stops7h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

5:34 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$404

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Deals found on 11/19

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 November.
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.

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colorado Springs to Des Moines (average of $33). Flying from Colorado Springs to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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 November 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 4h 04m. 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.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Colorado Springs to Des Moines for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colorado Springs to Des Moines (average of $33). Flying from Colorado Springs to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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 Colorado Springs to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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