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$138+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$138
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$458
From Columbus to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/307:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/43:25 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:21 amCMH - DSM
1 stop22h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/68:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/25:42 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/76:36 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:21 amCMH - DSM
1 stop22h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/510:41 amDSM - CMH
1 stop24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:21 amCMH - DSM
1 stop22h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/83:17 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:08 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Tue 10/76:05 amDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/10$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/306:35 amCMH - DSM
2 stops5h 50mSouthwest
Sat 10/47:25 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Fri 10/105:56 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/10$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/210:32 amCMH - DSM
2 stops7h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/66:36 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$239

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sat 10/25

12:00 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Sat 11/1

9:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$183

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 9/30

11:15 am-2:23 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

8:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$183

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 9/30

7:10 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

7:08 am-1:23 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$183

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/2

5:42 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

6:36 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$204

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 24m

$221

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/2

11:44 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

5:32 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$221

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 9/30

6:35 am-11:25 am

2 stops5h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

7:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$230

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/2

11:21 am-8:30 am

1 stop22h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

10:41 am-11:23 am

2 stops23h 42m

$248

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/2

11:21 am-8:30 am

1 stop22h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

5:51 pm-2:29 pm

2 stops19h 38m

$250

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sun 10/12

6:09 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 11m

$138

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Columbus to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Des Moines. 4 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Des Moines will take you 4h 08m. The distance from Columbus Airport to Des Moines is about 573 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Des Moines is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $216 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $243 and $243 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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