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$117+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Des Moines (DSM)

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$244
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$336
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/146:35 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Thu 5/155:30 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/17$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/251:12 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/298:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/198:10 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Mon 6/26:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/199:55 amCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/28:35 amDSM - CMH
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 4/2410:20 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/263:08 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$479

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 5/14

6:35 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 02m

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$251

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 6/25

1:12 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 6/29

8:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$256

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 5/19

8:10 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 10m

$269

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 5/19

9:55 am-3:53 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

8:35 am-8:50 am

2 stops23h 15m

$284

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 5/22

6:35 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 02m

$126

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 5/22

5:49 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops19h 57m

$173

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Deals found on 4/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Des Moines 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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Des Moines

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 April 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to Des Moines have to say. 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
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
7,917 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
8,667 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Des Moines. 4 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Des Moines is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $244 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $251 and $479 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$246Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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