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$126+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$214
(Delta)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$336
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 April 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/294:44 pmCMH - CID
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Sun 6/15:30 amCID - CMH
1 stop6h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/29$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/28:35 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Wed 7/95:25 amDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/35:25 amCMH - DSM
1 stop11h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/66:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/201:36 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Tue 6/2410:59 amDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/27$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/712:35 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Mon 6/96:24 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/29$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/182:29 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/206:04 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/89:25 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Wed 6/116:00 amOMA - CMH
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/17:10 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/58:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/710:39 amCMH - OMA
2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/96:30 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/147:08 amCMH - CID
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/182:00 pmCID - CMH
1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$457
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/37:10 amCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/106:13 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/146:00 amCMH - CID
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/185:26 pmCID - CMH
3 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$706

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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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Iowa that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Thu 5/29

6:19 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/1

6:25 am-12:54 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$214

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Tue 5/13

5:20 am-1:06 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/17

7:11 am-3:22 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$239

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 7/2

8:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

5:25 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 35m

$244

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 6/3

5:25 am-3:36 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

6:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop25h 20m

$246

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 6/20

1:36 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

10:59 am-6:27 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$251

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Sat 6/7

12:35 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/9

6:24 pm-12:39 am

1 stop5h 15m

$251

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Wed 6/18

2:29 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 6/20

6:04 pm-12:19 am

1 stop5h 15m

$274

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Mon 5/26

2:21 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop3h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/2

5:23 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$289

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Sun 6/8

9:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop3h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-3:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$304

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sun 6/1

7:10 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 17m

Des Moines

Thu 6/5

8:00 am-5:24 pm

2 stops8h 24m

$317

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Columbus Airport to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 April 29, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

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 Airport to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Iowa are American Airlines ($126), United Airlines ($154), and Southwest ($199).

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

    Most travelers choose Columbus - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Columbus - Cedar Rapids or Columbus - Des Moines when deciding on the best route 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.

  • 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 Airport to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Columbus Airport to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$132Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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