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$118+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Iowa

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(Mytrip)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$392
From Columbus to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/167:14 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1910:41 amDSM - CMH
1 stop13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/115:52 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/148:00 amOMA - CMH
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/42:44 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/77:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/46:38 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Thu 8/76:30 amOMA - CMH
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/1$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/114:20 pmCMH - OMA
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Thu 8/144:00 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/54:30 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Thu 8/71:55 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/85:29 amCMH - OMA
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/105:11 amOMA - CMH
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/1611:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Sat 10/1811:04 amDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/2$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/166:00 amCMH - CID
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/206:37 amCID - CMH
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/410:30 amCMH - CID
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/75:10 amCID - CMH
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/166:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/206:50 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$412
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 7/305:05 amCMH - OMA
2 stops12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/61:28 pmOMA - CMH
3 stops29h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$415

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Iowa 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/16

7:14 pm-8:30 am

1 stop14h 16m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

10:41 am-12:49 am

1 stop13h 08m

$229

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Mon 8/11

5:52 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/14

8:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$232

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 8/4

2:44 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Des Moines

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$237

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Mon 8/4

6:38 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 34m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/7

6:30 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$237

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Mon 8/11

4:20 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/14

4:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 15m

$242

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 8/5

4:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 8/7

1:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 20m

$248

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Fri 8/8

5:29 am-11:09 am

1 stop6h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/10

5:11 am-2:20 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$251

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 10/16

11:00 am-2:08 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

11:04 am-4:53 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$259

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/20

6:37 am-1:07 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$337

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops9h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

6:50 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$412

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Columbus to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus to Iowa as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Iowa are Delta ($119), American Airlines ($126), and Frontier ($145).

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus to Iowa?

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus to Iowa consider Columbus - Des Moines, Columbus - Omaha Eppley Airfield or Columbus - Cedar Rapids as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Iowa 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 to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Columbus to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Iowa. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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