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$274+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus (CMH)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus (CMH). 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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January

Average price

$381

Round-trip from

$274
(Mytrip)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:27 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/96:01 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/68:45 amDSM - CMH
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Mon 12/99:45 amCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$411
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 11/248:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop15h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/265:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 11/251:45 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/275:00 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$696

Find flights from Des Moines to Columbus within your budget

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DSM - CMH

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Des Moines

Mon 1/6

7:30 am-6:24 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Columbus

Fri 1/10

6:30 am-6:22 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$274

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DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

5:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Columbus

Fri 1/10

5:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$286

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DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Mon 1/13

11:35 am-11:34 pm

2 stops10h 59m

Columbus

Thu 1/16

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$316

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DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

8:45 am-8:10 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Columbus

Mon 12/9

9:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$411

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sun 12/1

9:34 pm-2:18 am

1 stop3h 44m

$293

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Deals found on 11/21

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Des Moines-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Columbus Airport 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 Des Moines-Columbus Airport 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 Des Moines to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Columbus

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Des Moines to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 DSM to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Columbus Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to Columbus?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 4 different airlines.

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

    American Airlines, at $286, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Columbus Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Southwest. American Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Des Moines to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 Des Moines to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Columbus. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$245Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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