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$227+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines (CVG - DSM)

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CVG — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$227
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$410
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Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/53:03 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop9h 12mAllegiant Air
Thu 3/65:58 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop22h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$227
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/66:00 amCVG - DSM
1 stop11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:32 pmDSM - CVG
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 4/97:30 amCVG - DSM
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1011:38 amDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 5/127:40 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/172:20 pmDSM - CVG
2 stops7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 4/236:21 amCVG - DSM
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Sun 4/275:46 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 2/18$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/123:35 pmCVG - DSM
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Sat 5/176:00 amDSM - CVG
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$417

Find flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines 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 20, 2025.

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Cincinnati

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CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 3/5

3:03 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

5:58 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$227

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/6

6:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

1:32 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$256

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/9

7:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 10m

Des Moines

Thu 4/10

11:38 am-5:24 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$288

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 5/12

7:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 5/17

2:20 pm-11:03 pm

2 stops7h 43m

$298

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/23

6:21 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 58m

Des Moines

Sun 4/27

5:46 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$347

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 5/12

3:35 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$417

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 3/23

12:23 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$297

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/22

6:03 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop29h 26m

$414

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/22

8:25 am-11:29 am

1 stop4h 04m

$504

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/22

1:05 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$577

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cincinnati to Des Moines in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Cincinnati-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cincinnati-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cincinnati-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cincinnati-Des Moines 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 Cincinnati-Des Moines 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 Cincinnati to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 CVG to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Cincinnati to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cincinnati to Des Moines in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines round-trip from $227. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $288, and American Airlines, from $298. Users have found that Allegiant Air is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $414. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Cincinnati to Des Moines for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Cincinnati to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$200Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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