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$144+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Iowa

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DSM
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Iowa

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Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$528
From Columbus to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/1512:20 pmCMH - CID
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sat 4/194:18 pmCID - CMH
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/31$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/307:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Mon 6/25:30 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/30$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Fri 7/46:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/126:50 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/29$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/306:35 amCMH - OMA
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Tue 5/61:18 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/30$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/305:15 amCMH - DSM
2 stops32h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/22:28 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 5/231:24 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/256:13 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/307:00 amCMH - OMA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/61:08 pmOMA - CMH
2 stops9h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/156:00 amCMH - CID
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/198:14 amCID - CMH
1 stop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 7/55:40 amCMH - DSM
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sat 7/127:25 amDSM - CMH
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/29$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 6/275:55 amCMH - OMA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sun 6/297:55 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/1510:20 amCMH - OMA
1 stop13h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/195:00 amOMA - CMH
1 stop3h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 12/266:55 amCMH - CID
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/312:01 pmCID - CMH
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$398

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Iowa 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Iowa that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Tue 4/15

12:20 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/19

4:18 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$229

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 5/30

7:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$262

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops9h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 7/12

6:50 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$267

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Wed 4/30

6:35 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

1:18 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$287

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 4/30

5:15 am-12:37 pm

2 stops32h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

2:28 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$288

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 5/23

1:24 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

6:13 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop3h 38m

$292

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Wed 4/30

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

1:08 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$292

ColumbusCedar Rapids

CMH - CID

CMHCID

Columbus

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/19

8:14 am-1:25 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$299

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sat 7/5

5:40 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Des Moines

Sat 7/12

7:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$322

ColumbusOmaha

CMH - OMA

CMHOMA

Columbus

Fri 6/27

5:55 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 6/29

7:55 pm-12:30 am

1 stop3h 35m

$347

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Iowa

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus to Iowa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa 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 Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,614 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Iowa are Delta ($144), American Airlines ($174), and Southwest ($175).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Columbus to Iowa consider Columbus - Des Moines, Columbus - Omaha Eppley Airfield or Columbus - Cedar Rapids as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Iowa 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 to Iowa?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Iowa. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$132Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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