$155+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus (CMH)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Oct 10 — Oct 171
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 September 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/126:55 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Wed 10/147:17 am -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/174:07 pm -
1 stop6h 33m
Sat 10/244:24 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/245:50 am -
1 stop3h 20m
Sat 10/316:55 am -
2 stops11h 50m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/216:00 am -
1 stop6h 14m
Fri 10/237:17 am -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/96:54 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Mon 10/127:10 am -
1 stop4h 01m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/215:35 am -
2 stops6h 05m
Fri 10/238:20 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Thu 10/226:02 am -
2 stops7h 32m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/65:25 am -
2 stops6h 40m
Mon 11/96:05 pm -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$358
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/205:35 am -
1 stop5h 10m
Thu 10/226:30 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/177:29 am -
1 stop5h 03m
Sat 10/247:40 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$363
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 September 10, 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 September 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/215:35 am -
2 stops6h 05m
Fri 10/238:20 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/96:54 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Mon 10/127:10 am -
1 stop4h 01m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/1711:27 am -
1 stop4h 38m
Sat 10/2412:36 pm -
2 stops9h 25m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$462
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/166:00 am -
1 stop3h 30m
Wed 11/188:40 am -
1 stop3h 45m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/65:25 am -
1 stop3h 35m
Sun 11/86:05 pm -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/166:54 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Mon 10/196:25 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Deal found 9/6![Delta logo]()
$438
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/205:35 am -
2 stops6h 10m
Thu 10/223:50 pm -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/162:00 pm -
1 stop10h 05m
Fri 10/233:50 pm -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 3/56:45 am -
1 stop7h 20m
Sun 3/76:20 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$462
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to ColumbusDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/96:54 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Mon 10/127:10 am -
1 stop4h 01m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/123:11 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/126:55 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Wed 10/146:02 am -
2 stops7h 32m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/174:07 pm -
1 stop6h 33m
Sat 10/244:24 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/177:29 am -
1 stop5h 03m
Sat 10/247:40 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Thu 10/226:02 am -
2 stops7h 32m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/205:35 am -
1 stop5h 10m
Thu 10/226:30 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/216:00 am -
1 stop6h 14m
Fri 10/237:17 am -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/215:35 am -
2 stops6h 05m
Fri 10/238:20 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/245:50 am -
1 stop3h 20m
Sat 10/316:55 am -
2 stops11h 50m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$320
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 September 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 10/86:54 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:04 pm -
2 stops26h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$170
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/96:54 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$178
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/56:54 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 9/183:04 pm -
2 stops26h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$190
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/88:00 am -
1 stop4h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/58:30 pm -
2 stops21h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Frontier logo]()
$200
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:57 pm -
1 stop5h 02m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![American Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/52:04 pm -
3 stops27h 51m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$249
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 September 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $304 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $155 (Delta) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $486 |
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 10, 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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DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Thu 11/12
8:00 am-3:04 pm
1 stop6h 04m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$155
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Fri 10/9
6:54 pm-12:44 am
1 stop4h 50m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$178
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Mon 10/5
6:54 pm-12:15 am
1 stop4h 21m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
6:00 am-11:15 am
1 stop4h 15m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
6:00 am-2:08 pm
2 stops7h 08m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$263
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Thu 9/17
1:58 pm-6:27 pm
3 stops51h 29m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$325
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Thu 9/17
8:00 am-1:06 pm
1 stop4h 06m
Columbus
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$334
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Wed 10/21
5:35 am-12:40 pm
2 stops6h 05m
Columbus
Fri 10/23
8:20 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop3h 55m
$337
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Mon 11/16
6:00 am-10:30 am
1 stop3h 30m
Columbus
Wed 11/18
8:40 am-11:25 am
1 stop3h 45m
$362
Des MoinesColumbus
DSM Des Moines - CMH Columbus
DSMCMH
Des Moines
Fri 10/9
6:54 pm-12:44 am
1 stop4h 50m
Columbus
Mon 10/12
7:10 am-10:11 am
1 stop4h 01m
$377
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | 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.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport
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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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Columbus Airport flights typically cost between $302 and $501 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $304 on United Airlines (Oct 12-Oct 13).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Des Moines to Columbus Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $257.
What’s the fastest layover option from Des Moines to Columbus Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 30m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 20m.
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 September 10, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$284 | Average$418 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
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