$145+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus (CMH)
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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Jul 11 — Jul 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/18:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 22m
United Airlines
Tue 9/87:20 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/12:40 pm
DSM
- CMH
2 stops5h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/811:45 am
CMH
- DSM
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/116:20 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop4h 00m
Delta
Mon 9/1410:53 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop6h 48m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/65:12 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop24h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/115:44 pm
CMH
- DSM
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/238:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 24m
United Airlines
Sun 9/277:17 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/186:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 8/1911:05 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/145:40 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Thu 9/177:35 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$303
Best flights from Des Moines to ColumbusDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/16:00 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops7h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 9/87:20 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/15:10 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Wed 8/57:20 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 7/2210:54 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 34m
Delta
Sun 7/266:40 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/186:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Wed 8/1911:05 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/236:29 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops8h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 9/277:17 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 7/156:37 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Sun 7/197:00 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 13m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/45:10 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Fri 7/101:05 pm
CMH
- DSM
2 stops11h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/67:35 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 8/117:20 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 10/163:30 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 28m
Delta
Mon 10/196:00 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop3h 52m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/135:10 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Fri 7/178:10 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$387
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus. Data last updated June 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/15:20 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 7/44:50 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/36:03 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop4h 06m
Delta
Sun 7/56:30 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 14m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/48:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 7/109:00 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop6h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/46:10 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Fri 7/101:05 pm
CMH
- DSM
2 stops11h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Sun 7/56:08 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop4h 19m
Delta
Sat 7/116:40 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 7/165:10 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sun 7/198:05 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Fri 7/175:10 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Mon 7/208:10 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$392
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/186:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Tue 7/2110:53 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 12m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 7/186:00 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Sat 7/186:37 pm
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 52m
Delta
Deal found 6/8![Delta logo]()
$370
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 7/2210:54 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 34m
Delta
Sun 7/266:40 am
CMH
- DSM
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$362
One-way flights from Des Moines to ColumbusSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/95:08 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$145
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/175:40 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8![Southwest logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/284:01 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$157
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 7/76:37 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 7/76:00 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops9h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$174
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 7/1010:25 am
DSM
- CMH
1 stop6h 41m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 7/95:10 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 6/285:10 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7![Southwest logo]()
$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 6/2012:25 pm
DSM
- CMH
1 stop3h 58m
Delta
Deal found 6/7![Delta logo]()
$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/74:14 pm
DSM
- CMH
3 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 6/2711:23 am
DSM
- CMH
2 stops10h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/105:30 pm
DSM
- CMH
3 stops46h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus (CMH). 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 June 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $216 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $145 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $394 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Columbus 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 June 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Tue 9/1
6:00 am-2:18 pm
2 stops7h 18m
Columbus
Tue 9/8
7:20 am-10:26 am
1 stop4h 06m
$222
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Tue 8/18
6:00 am-1:06 pm
1 stop6h 06m
Columbus
Wed 8/19
11:05 am-2:16 pm
1 stop4h 11m
$301
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Wed 9/23
6:29 am-3:38 pm
2 stops8h 09m
Columbus
Sun 9/27
7:17 am-10:31 am
1 stop4h 14m
$309
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Sat 8/1
5:10 am-6:20 pm
2 stops12h 10m
Columbus
Wed 8/5
7:20 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop3h 35m
$316
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Thu 8/6
7:35 am-1:17 pm
1 stop4h 42m
Columbus
Tue 8/11
7:20 am-10:26 am
1 stop4h 06m
$323
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Wed 7/22
10:54 am-6:28 pm
1 stop6h 34m
Columbus
Sun 7/26
6:40 am-9:45 am
1 stop4h 05m
$362
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Wed 7/15
6:37 pm-12:44 am
1 stop5h 07m
Columbus
Sun 7/19
7:00 am-10:13 am
1 stop4h 13m
$362
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Fri 10/16
3:30 pm-10:58 pm
1 stop6h 28m
Columbus
Mon 10/19
6:00 pm-8:52 pm
1 stop3h 52m
$370
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Sat 7/4
5:10 am-12:30 pm
2 stops6h 20m
Columbus
Fri 7/10
1:05 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops11h 30m
$377
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM - CMH
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Mon 7/13
5:10 am-10:05 am
1 stop3h 55m
Columbus
Fri 7/17
8:10 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop4h 25m
$387
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Columbus
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 Des Moines to Columbus in June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Columbus Airport 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 Des Moines-Columbus Airport 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 Des Moines to Columbus
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
DSM-CMH
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport (average of $289). Flying from Des Moines to Columbus Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Columbus Airport?
Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated June 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Columbus Airport. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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