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$89+ Cheap flights from Ohio to Des Moines (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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — DSM
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Ohio to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ohio to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$89
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$468
From Ohio to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Ohio to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ohio to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/186:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
Sun 9/212:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/281:07 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop6h 18mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/316:30 amDSM - PIT
1 stop15h 14mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/31$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/215:49 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops27h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/177:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Mon 10/205:56 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/286:53 amPIT - DSM
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/37:00 amDSM - PIT
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/287:05 amCLE - DSM
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Mon 9/15:25 pmDSM - CLE
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/28$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/37:40 amDTW - DSM
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Sat 9/66:10 amDSM - DTW
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/287:42 amCVG - DSM
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/305:12 amDSM - CVG
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:16 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/205:51 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/197:25 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/268:25 amDSM - CMH
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/288:45 amPIT - DSM
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/318:00 amDSM - PIT
2 stops9h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/277:15 pmCLE - DSM
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/36:30 amDSM - CLE
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$242

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ohio 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ohio to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Ohio

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

2:25 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 21m

$218

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 8/28

1:07 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

6:30 am-10:44 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$219

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

9:10 am-4:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

5:49 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops27h 51m

$220

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 10/17

7:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

5:56 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$237

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 8/28

6:53 am-10:53 am

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-1:58 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$237

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

7:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

6:10 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$237

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/28

5:30 am-9:37 am

1 stop5h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

5:55 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$237

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/28

7:42 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Des Moines

Sat 8/30

5:12 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$237

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 10/17

7:16 pm-8:29 am

1 stop14h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

5:51 pm-11:48 am

2 stops16h 57m

$240

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 8/28

8:45 am-12:23 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

8:00 am-6:48 pm

2 stops9h 48m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from Ohio to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ohio to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Ohio to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 OH to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Ohio 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 1, 2025.

When flying from Ohio to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ohio to Des Moines, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Ohio?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Ohio, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $107. Delta flights start at $119 while deals on American Airlines start at $119 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ohio to Des Moines?

    While some choose either Pittsburgh - Des Moines or Dayton - Des Moines, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines is the most popular route from Ohio to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ohio to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Ohio to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Ohio to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ohio 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$163Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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