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$112+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:21 pmCID - CMH
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Fri 1/27:06 pmCMH - CID
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/28$617
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:21 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Fri 1/212:40 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/28$775
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/210:30 amCMH - DSM
2 stops11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,053
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.
Tue 12/305:28 pmCID - CMH
1 stop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:00 amCMH - CID
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,399
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.
Tue 12/306:40 amCID - CMH
1 stop12h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:36 amCMH - CID
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,792

Find flight deals from Iowa to Columbus

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

Round-trip from

$240
(Delta)

One-way from

$112
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$446
From Iowa to Columbus
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 December 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

3:24 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Columbus

Tue 2/24

10:27 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$240

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/28

6:35 am-1:22 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Columbus

Wed 2/4

10:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$249

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/13

3:10 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Columbus

Sat 1/17

5:39 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$259

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/28

5:35 am-5:15 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Columbus

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

$274

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

8:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Columbus

Tue 2/17

9:05 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$291

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/31

11:26 am-4:44 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Columbus

Mon 2/2

5:44 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$291

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

6:48 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

4:37 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$293

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/17

8:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Columbus

Tue 1/20

4:41 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$293

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/17

6:35 am-1:22 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Columbus

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$314

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/9

1:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Columbus

Thu 2/12

9:05 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$325

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbus

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus Airport (average of $174). Flying from Iowa to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $336). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Iowa to Columbus Airport in about 4h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 30m. The distance between Iowa and Columbus Airport is about 573 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to Columbus Airport for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbus or Cedar Rapids - Columbus, Des Moines - Columbus is the most popular route from Iowa to Columbus Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus Airport (average of $174). Flying from Iowa to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $336). 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 Iowa to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Columbus. 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
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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