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$144+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Columbus

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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbus

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Columbus flight deals. Data was last updated February 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$366
From Iowa to Columbus
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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 February 23, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/255:30 amCID - CMH
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Sat 3/296:55 pmCMH - CID
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/22$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/278:05 amCID - CMH
1 stop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/316:00 amCMH - CID
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/86:35 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Tue 4/1512:20 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/22$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/88:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops7h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/155:55 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/315:40 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Fri 4/47:55 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/21$307
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Fri 2/287:17 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop23h 34mFrontier
Sun 3/28:56 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop22h 18mFrontier
Deal found 2/22$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/316:15 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Fri 4/46:20 pmCMH - OMA
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Thu 4/36:11 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/66:53 amCMH - OMA
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/23$317
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/3111:32 amOMA - CMH
3 stops36h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/45:10 amCMH - OMA
1 stop12h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 10/2111:25 amCID - CMH
1 stop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/2610:40 amCMH - CID
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/23$328
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/45:45 amDSM - CMH
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Sat 4/58:35 amCMH - DSM
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/31:40 pmOMA - CMH
2 stops8h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/67:00 amCMH - OMA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/23$392

Find flights from Iowa to Columbus within your budget

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 February 23, 2025.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Tue 3/25

5:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Columbus

Sat 3/29

6:55 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$199

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Thu 3/27

8:05 am-1:16 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Columbus

Mon 3/31

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$229

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Tue 4/8

6:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Columbus

Tue 4/15

12:20 pm-4:38 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$287

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Tue 4/8

8:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Columbus

Tue 4/15

5:55 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$292

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/31

5:40 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Columbus

Fri 4/4

7:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$307

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/31

6:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Columbus

Fri 4/4

6:20 pm-12:05 am

2 stops6h 45m

$312

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/3

6:11 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Columbus

Sun 4/6

6:53 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 02m

$317

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/31

11:32 am-12:41 am

3 stops36h 09m

Columbus

Fri 4/4

5:10 am-4:53 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$326

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 4/4

5:45 am-5:35 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Columbus

Sat 4/5

8:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$378

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/3

1:40 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops8h 58m

Columbus

Sun 4/6

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

$392

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Columbus

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Iowa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 IA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Columbus, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 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 February 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Iowa to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,187 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $144 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $244 and American Airlines from $369 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Columbus are Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbus, Des Moines - Columbus and Cedar Rapids - Columbus.

  • 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Iowa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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