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$106+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati (DSM - CVG)

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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CVG
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sat 3/15
Sat 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Cincinnati

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Cincinnati (CVG). 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 March 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$273
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$106
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$598
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Cincinnati. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/92:12 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/145:34 amCVG - DSM
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/9$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/75:59 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Tue 4/156:12 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop3h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/9$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/208:30 amDSM - CVG
1 stop14h 01mAllegiant Air
Sun 4/276:00 amCVG - DSM
1 stop17h 56mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/9$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/203:44 pmDSM - CVG
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/276:00 amCVG - DSM
1 stop17h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Thu 4/103:12 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/146:29 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/9$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/95:40 amDSM - CVG
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 4/143:35 pmCVG - DSM
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/9$437
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/157:57 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop28h 25mFrontier
Sun 3/235:01 amCVG - DSM
1 stop14h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/9$530

Find flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati 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 March 10, 2025.

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Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

2:12 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 21m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/14

5:34 am-1:41 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$273

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

5:59 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 36m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 4/15

6:12 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 33m

$277

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Sun 4/20

8:30 am-11:31 pm

1 stop14h 01m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-10:56 pm

1 stop17h 56m

$288

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Sun 4/20

3:44 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-10:56 pm

1 stop17h 56m

$345

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Thu 4/10

3:12 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/14

6:29 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$347

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

5:40 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 4/14

3:35 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$437

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Fri 4/18

8:17 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop22h 19m

$106

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

6:14 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 19m

$138

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Fri 4/18

6:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$169

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Fri 3/21

1:32 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops25h 34m

$216

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati

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 Cincinnati in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cincinnati flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Cincinnati flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Cincinnati flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cincinnati 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-Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Des Moines to Cincinnati in March is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 DSM to CVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Cincinnati. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Cincinnati at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cincinnati by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cincinnati ranges from 2.8 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Cincinnati when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Cincinnati by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cincinnati, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cincinnati

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cincinnati. 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 Cincinnati. Reviews last updated March 10, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Cincinnati have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,631 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
744 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Cincinnati. 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 flying from Des Moines to Cincinnati round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $273, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Cincinnati.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Allegiant Air. American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Cincinnati one-way?

    $106 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $138 and $169, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Cincinnati flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Cincinnati 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 Des Moines to Cincinnati?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cincinnati (average of $239). Flying from Des Moines to Cincinnati in March is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Cincinnati

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati. 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 March 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$245Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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