Cheap flights from Columbus to Des Moines

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Cheapest round-trip flights $328
American 1 stop 4 hr Thu, May 28 — Wed, Jun 3
The cheapest round-trip flight from Columbus to Des Moines is currently $328
Cheapest one-way flight $160
United 1 stop 7 hr Wed, May 27
The cheapest one-way flight from Columbus to Des Moines is currently $160
Last-minute weekend getaway $657
Southwest 1 stop 5 hr Sat, May 9 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Columbus to Des Moines is currently $657
Cheapest business class flights $665
American 1 stop 5 hr Thu, Jun 25 — Wed, Jul 1
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Columbus to Des Moines is currently $665
Fastest flight 3 hr 20 min The fastest flight with stops from Columbus to Des Moines takes 3 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Des Moines is typically August. The most expensive month to fly is typically May.
August
Cheapest
Typical prices: $230–410
May
Most expensive
Typical prices: $305–455

Popular airlines from Columbus to Des Moines

  • American
    from $328
    Typical price: $265–550
    460 weekly connecting flights
    CMH - DSM Every day
  • United
    from $333
    Typical price: $270–550
    307 weekly connecting flights
    CMH - DSM Every day
  • Delta
    from $353
    Typical price: $275–550
    270 weekly connecting flights
    CMH - DSM Every day
  • Southwest
    from $362
    Typical price: $300–520
    87 weekly connecting flights
    CMH - DSM Every day
  • Frontier
    Typical price: $245–670
    2 weekly connecting flights
    CMH - DSM Every Thu, Sun

Popular airports near Columbus

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
    Columbus United States 14 min 6 mi
  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
    Columbus United States 21 min 11 mi
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
    Detroit United States 3 hr 11 min 156 mi
  • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
    Cincinnati United States 1 hr 53 min 109 mi

Popular airports near Des Moines

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    Des Moines United States 16 min 4 mi
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
    Kansas City United States 2 hr 57 min 168 mi
  • Eppley Airfield (OMA)
    Omaha United States 2 hr 9 min 119 mi
  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
    Cedar Rapids United States 1 hr 52 min 100 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Columbus to Des Moines

The cheapest flights from Columbus to Des Moines are usually in August. Typical ticket prices in August range from $230 to $410.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Columbus to Des Moines recently found on Google Flights was with American from $328. The cheapest one-way flight was with United from $160.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $328, flying from May 28 to Jun 3.
  • The cheapest United flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $333, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 10.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $353, flying from Jun 25 to Jul 1.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $362, flying from Jun 28 to Jul 7.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Columbus to Des Moines starts at $328 from Thu, May 28 to Wed, Jun 3. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $160 and departs on Wed, May 27.
3 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Columbus to Des Moines.
Late spring to summer (May–Aug), when days are warm, is a popular time to visit. It’s typically cold Nov–Mar, with temperatures sometimes dropping below freezing. The Iowa State Fair (Aug) draws thousands of people each year, for live music, thrill rides and agricultural displays.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Columbus to Des Moines.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Columbus to Des Moines really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Columbus to Des Moines.

In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 460 connecting flights per week. American flies from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .

Other popular airlines flying from Columbus to Des Moines are:
  • United offers 307 connecting flights per week. United flies from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Delta offers 270 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Southwest offers 87 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Frontier offers 2 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Columbus and Des Moines.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Columbus to Des Moines recently found on Google Flights was with American from $328. The cheapest one-way flight was with United from $160.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $328, flying from May 28 to Jun 3.
  • The cheapest United flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $333, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 10.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $353, flying from Jun 25 to Jul 1.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Columbus to Des Moines is $362, flying from Jun 28 to Jul 7.
No airline flies direct from Columbus to Des Moines.
  • There are 460 American connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 307 United connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 270 Delta connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 87 Southwest connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 2 Frontier connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available on Thursday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Columbus and Des Moines at price $657 is offered by Southwest from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10.
No airline flies direct from Columbus to Des Moines.
  • There are 460 American connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 307 United connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 270 Delta connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 87 Southwest connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 2 Frontier connecting flights from Columbus to Des Moines per week. Flights are available on Thursday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Columbus to Des Moines.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Columbus to Des Moines, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Columbus and Des Moines start at $665 from Thu, Jun 25 to Wed, Jul 1 with American.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Columbus and Des Moines start at $328 from Thu, May 28 to Wed, Jun 3.
To book business class trips from Columbus to Des Moines, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Columbus and Des Moines starts at $657 from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10 with Southwest.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Columbus and Des Moines at price $657 is offered by Southwest from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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