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$164+ 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 12/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/316:36 amCMH - DSM
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/64:00 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/1212:14 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/162:32 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop27h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/1212:14 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/148:40 amDSM - CMH
1 stop23h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/72:56 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/258:51 amDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/197:30 amCMH - DSM
1 stop25h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/216:40 amDSM - CMH
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/247:27 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/13:31 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/248:06 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/16:53 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop27h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/63:35 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/312:55 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Tue 1/63:20 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$332

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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$252
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$363
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 October 28, 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

Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 11/12

12:14 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop26h 47m

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

8:40 am-8:47 am

1 stop23h 07m

$265

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

2:56 pm-11:41 am

2 stops19h 45m

$273

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 11/27

6:10 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 31m

Des Moines

Sat 11/29

6:17 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$307

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 1/1

5:45 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:46 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$307

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 1/1

6:45 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

5:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$307

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 1/16

9:24 am-5:06 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

4:25 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$312

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 1/16

9:00 am-2:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-7:06 pm

2 stops10h 06m

$317

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 12/31

2:55 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

6:10 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$342

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 11/26

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

9:44 pm-2:16 am

1 stop3h 32m

$342

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 11/13

9:42 am-11:03 pm

2 stops14h 21m

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

8:40 am-8:47 am

1 stop23h 07m

$366

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/26

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Des Moines in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Des Moines

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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 October 28, 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 22% 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 October 28, 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
4,240 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,240 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
9,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
11,032 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 31m. 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 $236 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.

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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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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