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$85+ Cheap flights from Ohio to Des Moines (DSM)

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CLE — DSM
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Ohio to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ohio (USOH) 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 January 21, 2025.

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$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$85
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Cheapest flights from Ohio to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ohio to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/45:51 pmDAY - DSM
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/88:00 amDSM - DAY
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/45:07 pmDAY - DSM
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/812:15 pmDSM - DAY
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 5/16:00 amDTW - DSM
2 stops13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/51:31 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/46:15 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Sat 2/812:25 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Deal found 1/20$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/42:15 pmCLE - DSM
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Sat 2/86:30 amDSM - CLE
1 stop3h 38mDelta
Deal found 1/20$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/45:30 amCVG - DSM
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/812:15 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/196:30 amPIT - DSM
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Thu 2/206:10 amDSM - PIT
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/46:00 amCLE - DSM
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/83:28 pmDSM - CLE
2 stops7h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/48:55 amPIT - DSM
2 stops8h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/88:00 amDSM - PIT
2 stops7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:50 amDTW - DSM
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:04 amDSM - DTW
1 stop15h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/198:43 amPIT - DSM
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/207:25 amDSM - PIT
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:32 amDTW - DSM
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/56:45 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$327

Find flights from Ohio to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ohio 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 January 21, 2025.

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DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Tue 2/4

5:51 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

8:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$259

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Tue 2/4

5:07 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

12:15 pm-9:06 pm

2 stops7h 51m

$264

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

6:00 am-6:54 pm

2 stops13h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

1:31 pm-8:12 am

2 stops17h 41m

$280

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Tue 2/4

6:15 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

12:25 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$287

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 2/4

5:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

12:15 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$287

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/19

7:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

Des Moines

Thu 2/20

11:29 am-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 46m

$292

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/14

5:50 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

6:04 am-10:32 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$315

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/19

8:43 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 2/20

7:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$317

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/19

6:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 2/20

6:10 am-2:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$327

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

7:32 am-10:30 am

1 stop3h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

6:45 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$327

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Best time to book a flight from Ohio to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Ohio to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ohio to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Ohio 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 OH to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Ohio 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Ohio to Des Moines, 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 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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from Ohio to Des Moines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ohio to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Ohio?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Ohio, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $85. American Airlines flights start at $100 while deals on Southwest start at $169 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ohio to Des Moines?

    While some choose either Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines or Columbus - Des Moines, Cleveland Hopkins Intl - Des Moines is the most popular route from Ohio to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ohio to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Ohio 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 4 airlines flying from Ohio to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ohio 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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