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$129+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Jan 30 — Feb 61
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Iowa

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 December 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 12/307:52 pmCMH - CID
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/55:01 amCID - CMH
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 12/313:07 pmCMH - CID
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:40 amCID - CMH
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Tue 12/306:15 pmCMH - CID
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Mon 1/52:50 pmCID - CMH
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/30$570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 12/319:00 amCMH - CID
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:30 amCID - CMH
3 stops30h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$669
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 12/319:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:40 amDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/30$757
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 12/295:45 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/311:21 amOMA - CMH
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$757
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 12/293:20 pmCMH - OMA
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Sat 1/310:50 amOMA - CMH
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$762

Find flight deals from Columbus to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated December 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$350
From Columbus to Iowa
One-way flight from Columbus to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Iowa that are best for you.

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ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Wed 2/18

5:30 am-12:39 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

6:05 am-10:46 am

1 stop3h 41m

$249

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Sat 1/17

5:39 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/19

5:27 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$259

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Wed 1/14

11:26 am-2:42 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/18

1:26 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$259

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Fri 1/16

9:18 am-2:42 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/18

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$259

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Wed 2/18

1:25 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops30h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop27h 12m

$269

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

12:23 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops7h 44m

$279

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Wed 1/14

6:25 am-3:35 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/18

2:50 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$284

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 1/18

6:30 am-1:31 pm

2 stops6h 01m

$284

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Mon 2/9

6:04 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/10

2:50 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$291

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sat 2/14

7:09 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

3:24 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$293

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/29

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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 Airport to Iowa

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Iowa (average of $143). Flying from Columbus Airport to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 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 December 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Iowa?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Columbus Airport to Iowa in about 4h 01m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 687 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

  • 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.

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  • 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 Airport to Iowa?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Iowa (average of $143). Flying from Columbus Airport to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 December 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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