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$336+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
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 December 23, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$336
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$438
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Best flights from Columbus to Des Moines
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 1/208:00 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Mon 1/276:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 1/316:09 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Sun 2/212:15 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/22$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 1/69:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/1011:35 amDSM - CMH
2 stops10h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$411
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 1/65:00 amCMH - DSM
3 stops18h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/107:12 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$470

Find flights from Columbus to Des Moines within your budget

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CMH - DSM

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Columbus

Mon 1/20

8:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 1/27

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 00m

$336

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 1/31

6:09 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 51m

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

12:15 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$346

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 1/6

9:00 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

11:35 am-11:00 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$411

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 1/6

5:00 am-10:44 pm

3 stops18h 44m

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

7:12 pm-10:39 pm

3 stops26h 27m

$470

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Deals found on 12/21

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 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 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 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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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Des Moines

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

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.

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 December 23, 2024.

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 December 23, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

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
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

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
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

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 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 Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $336 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $346 and $411 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest is 18% 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$246Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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