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$152+ 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
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 July 23, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:05 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 38m
Delta
Sun 8/236:35 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop5h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/20$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 8/197:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/267:15 am
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/167:03 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop6h 13m
United Airlines
Tue 9/223:22 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/163:15 pm
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Tue 9/222:40 pm
DSM
-
CMH
2 stops5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 11/247:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 11/283:15 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/36:11 pm
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 12m
United Airlines
Mon 9/711:32 am
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop4h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 10/87:17 am
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 14m
United Airlines
Sun 10/116:55 pm
DSM
-
CMH
1 stop3h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$345
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 8/196:00 am
CMH
-
DSM
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Sat 8/225:30 am
DSM
-
CMH
2 stops14h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 9/152:12 pm
CMH
-
DSM
1 stop4h 16m
United Airlines
Sun 9/206:24 am
DSM
-
CMH
2 stops6h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$350

Find 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 July 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(Delta)

One-way from

$152
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$406
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($114 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 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 July 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 9/3

6:11 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$303

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 8/20

7:05 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 8/23

6:35 pm-12:58 am

1 stop5h 23m

$303
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 9/15

9:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

6:24 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 16m

$303

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 8/21

12:45 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 8/23

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

$303

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 8/19

9:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

$303

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 10/14

6:25 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 13m

Des Moines

Sat 10/17

4:00 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$325

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:30 am-9:00 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$349

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 8/14

6:11 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

11:32 am-5:05 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$355

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 11/30

3:50 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Des Moines

Wed 12/2

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$356
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 8/21

2:24 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$152

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Deals found on 7/21

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines (average of $334). Flying from Columbus Airport to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $666). 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.

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 July 23, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,832 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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 12m. 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $228 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $236 and $249 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 50% 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 ($118), and United Airlines ($183).

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines (average of $334). Flying from Columbus Airport to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $666). 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 July 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$367Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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