$163+ 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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COS — DSM
Oct 24 — Oct 311
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 24, 2026.
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Thu 11/125:49 pm -
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Deal found 9/21![Allegiant Air logo]()
$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:00 am -
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Deal found 9/20![United Airlines logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Thu 10/225:00 pm -
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2 stops11h 00m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Wed 10/144:10 pm -
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2 stops7h 10m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/155:00 pm -
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Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$375
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Tue 10/137:45 am -
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Wed 10/217:05 am -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/165:21 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Sun 10/257:42 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/21![American Airlines logo]()
$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 11/1212:15 pm -
2 stops8h 50m
Sun 11/156:40 am -
1 stop3h 45m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$387
Best flights from Colorado Springs to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Colorado Springs to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Colorado Springs to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 24, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:00 am -
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Tue 10/205:22 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Deal found 9/20![United Airlines logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Thu 10/225:00 pm -
1 stop4h 10m
Tue 10/275:35 am -
2 stops11h 00m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/165:21 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Sun 10/257:42 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/21![American Airlines logo]()
$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/155:30 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Wed 10/211:27 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Deal found 9/20![United Airlines logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Wed 10/144:10 pm -
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Mon 10/192:00 pm -
2 stops9h 00m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Wed 10/1411:15 am -
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2 stops7h 10m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/205:08 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Wed 10/211:27 pm -
1 stop5h 28m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/196:03 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
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1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 9/21![United Airlines logo]()
$425
Last-minute flights from Colorado Springs to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Colorado Springs to Des Moines. Data last updated September 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Colorado Springs to Des Moines. Data last updated September 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Tue 10/137:45 am -
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Wed 10/217:05 am -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:00 am -
1 stop3h 52m
Tue 10/205:22 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Deal found 9/20![United Airlines logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Wed 10/144:10 pm -
1 stop3h 30m
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2 stops7h 10m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/155:00 pm -
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1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/165:21 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Sun 10/257:42 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/21![American Airlines logo]()
$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/205:08 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Wed 10/211:27 pm -
1 stop5h 28m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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.
Thu 10/225:00 pm -
1 stop4h 10m
Tue 10/275:35 am -
2 stops11h 00m
Deal found 9/20![Southwest logo]()
$330
One-way flights from Colorado Springs to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Colorado Springs to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Colorado Springs to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 24, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 12/1712:15 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$163
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/2111:15 am -
2 stops8h 25m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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.
Tue 10/137:57 am -
1 stop6h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![American Airlines logo]()
$188
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/137:45 am -
2 stops9h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Fri 10/95:30 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![United Airlines logo]()
$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/910:10 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/21:29 pm -
1 stop6h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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.
Sat 10/36:55 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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.
Fri 10/27:10 am -
2 stops7h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$296
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $299 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $163 (Southwest) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $497 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 24, 2026.
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Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Thu 12/17
12:15 pm-6:35 pm
1 stop5h 20m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$163
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Tue 10/13
7:00 am-12:31 pm
1 stop4h 31m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$163
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Wed 10/21
9:23 am-4:20 pm
1 stop5h 57m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$163
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Tue 10/13
7:45 am-5:50 pm
2 stops9h 05m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Fri 10/9
1:31 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop8h 02m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$235
Quickest round-trip
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Fri 10/9
5:30 am-10:52 am
1 stop4h 22m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$235
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Fri 10/9
10:10 am-6:30 pm
2 stops7h 20m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$274
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Wed 10/14
6:00 am-10:52 am
1 stop3h 52m
Des Moines
Tue 10/20
5:22 pm-8:44 pm
1 stop4h 22m
$325
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Thu 10/15
5:30 am-10:52 am
1 stop4h 22m
Des Moines
Wed 10/21
1:27 pm-4:26 pm
1 stop3h 59m
$325
Colorado SpringsDes Moines
COS Colorado Springs - DSM Des Moines
COSDSM
Colorado Springs
Thu 10/22
5:00 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop4h 10m
Des Moines
Tue 10/27
5:35 am-3:35 pm
2 stops11h 00m
$330
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| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Colorado Springs-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Colorado Springs-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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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 September 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colorado Springs to Des Moines, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.1
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichelle,Dec 2025
DEN - MKE
Crew
8.1
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichelle,Dec 2025
DEN - MKE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$256 | Average$382 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |