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$194+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines

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 December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:52 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/305:07 amDSM - CMH
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/136:20 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Mon 12/155:43 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/11$757
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/136:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/158:20 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$762
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2611:14 amCMH - DSM
1 stop8h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/303:45 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$899

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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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(Delta)

One-way from

$194
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$346
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

6:24 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$291

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

3:35 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$296

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 1/29

5:45 am-10:46 pm

1 stop18h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

4:30 pm-11:27 pm

3 stops29h 57m

$306

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 1/29

8:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop3h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

6:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop3h 30m

$325

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 2/19

3:30 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

3:24 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$361

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 1/1

6:55 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 45m

$363

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 1/5

10:02 am-2:53 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$194

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 5/11

5:45 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$194

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 1/5

6:25 am-11:00 am

2 stops5h 35m

$209

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 5/11

5:39 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 28m

$219

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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 December.
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.

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines (average of $143). Flying from Columbus Airport to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 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 December 12, 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 December 12, 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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 3h 35m. 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 $143 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 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines are American Airlines ($118), Delta ($121), and United Airlines ($163).

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines (average of $143). Flying from Columbus Airport to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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