What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs round-trip?

Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Colorado Springs, with prices starting at $239. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $318 and $352, respectively. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Colorado Springs flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

Flying to your destination on a Wednesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Colorado Springs. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

The best pricing can be found in the month of November. Prices to Colorado Springs from Des Moines average $351. You can even find prices in November for less than $351, as users have found deals to Colorado Springs from as low as $237. The month of March appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Colorado Springs from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 32%.

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

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Colorado Springs flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Colorado Springs flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado Springs by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$239 (Southwest)
One-way from	$194 (Southwest)
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$358

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Colorado Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

Sat 5/244:25 pmDSM - COS

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Sat 5/317:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 4/15

$239

Wed 6/256:00 amDSM - COS

1 stop3h 51mUnited Airlines

Sun 6/296:35 pmCOS - DSM

1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/13

$293

Thu 5/225:27 pmDSM - COS

1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/286:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/15

$391

Tue 4/222:15 pmDSM - COS

1 stop7h 50mDelta

Sat 4/266:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop6h 24mDelta

Deal found 4/14

$407

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Sat 5/244:25 pmDSM - COS

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Sat 5/317:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 4/15

$239

Fri 5/235:27 pmDSM - COS

1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines

Sun 5/256:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/15

$318

Wed 5/215:45 amDSM - COS

1 stop16h 51mUnited Airlines

Tue 5/275:20 pmCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/15

$352

Wed 4/3011:59 amDSM - COS

2 stops8h 23mDelta

Sun 5/46:00 amCOS - DSM

2 stops9h 38mDelta

Deal found 4/14

$769

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Tue 4/222:15 pmDSM - COS

1 stop7h 50mDelta

Sat 4/266:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop6h 24mDelta

Deal found 4/14

$407

Wed 5/215:45 amDSM - COS

1 stop16h 51mUnited Airlines

Tue 5/275:20 pmCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/15

$352

Thu 5/225:27 pmDSM - COS

1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/286:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/15

$391

Sat 5/244:25 pmDSM - COS

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Sat 5/317:00 amCOS - DSM

1 stop5h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 4/15

$239

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Fri 5/233:40 pmDSM - COS

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 4/15

$194

Fri 5/238:00 amDSM - COS

3 stops27h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/15

$384

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Sat 5/24

4:25 pm-10:10 pm

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7:00 am-1:40 pm

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6:00 am-8:51 am

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6:35 pm-11:59 pm

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5:27 pm-11:45 pm

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6:00 am-12:21 pm

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$391

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2:43 pm-10:16 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Colorado Springs

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8:15 am-9:08 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$578

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

3:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$194

Des MoinesColorado Springs

DSM - COS

DSMCOS

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

8:00 am-10:54 am

3 stops27h 54m

$384

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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-Colorado Springs flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Colorado Springs flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Colorado Springs flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Colorado Springs flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Colorado Springs flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs (average of $316). Flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $437). 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 COS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Colorado Springs by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colorado Springs ranges from 0.3 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Colorado Springs when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Colorado Springs by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colorado Springs, 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 71.6 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 Colorado Springs

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

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

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

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

7,917 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

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

8,658 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

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

8.0

Very good

4,279 reviews

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.

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs round-trip?
Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Colorado Springs, with prices starting at $239. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $318 and $352, respectively. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Colorado Springs flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs (average of $316). Flying from Des Moines to Colorado Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $437). 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 Colorado Springs

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$191	Average$238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$238	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$238	Average$298	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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