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$144+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Columbus (CMH)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CMH
Feb 3 — Feb 101
Mon 2/3
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) 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 January 29, 2025.

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$199
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One-way from

$144
(Delta)

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Average price

$345
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:30 amCID - CMH
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Tue 2/254:08 pmCMH - CID
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 1/29$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 2/163:11 pmCID - CMH
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/254:05 pmCMH - CID
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/111:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Mon 3/35:43 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 1/28$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/95:49 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Sat 4/126:35 amCMH - OMA
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/28$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/911:20 amOMA - CMH
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Sat 4/126:50 amCMH - OMA
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/28$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/272:50 pmOMA - CMH
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/16:00 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$377
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops13h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/36:03 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$382
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/91:40 pmOMA - CMH
2 stops8h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/123:39 pmCMH - OMA
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$382
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/126:30 amDSM - CMH
1 stop13h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/1410:01 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$394
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/75:45 amDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Sat 3/86:40 amCMH - DSM
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/28$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/124:18 pmLSE - CMH
1 stop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/158:30 amCMH - LSE
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/28$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/197:22 amCID - CMH
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/226:50 amCMH - CID
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$453

Find flights from Iowa to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Columbus 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 29, 2025.

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Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Tue 3/4

11:30 am-4:56 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Columbus

Sat 3/8

5:56 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$214

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Thu 2/13

5:30 am-12:58 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Columbus

Mon 2/17

5:52 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$239

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

11:30 am-7:42 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

5:43 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$307

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

5:49 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop3h 39m

Columbus

Sat 4/12

6:35 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 59m

$307

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

11:20 am-10:25 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Columbus

Sat 4/12

6:50 am-9:35 am

1 stop3h 45m

$342

Cedar RapidsColumbus

CID - CMH

CIDCMH

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/12

7:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Columbus

Sun 2/16

8:30 am-10:53 am

1 stop3h 23m

$359

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/27

2:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Columbus

Sat 3/1

6:00 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$377

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

8:00 am-10:04 pm

2 stops13h 04m

Columbus

Mon 3/3

6:03 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$382

OmahaColumbus

OMA - CMH

OMACMH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

1:40 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops8h 58m

Columbus

Sat 4/12

3:39 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$382

Des MoinesColumbus

DSM - CMH

DSMCMH

Des Moines

Wed 3/12

6:30 am-8:56 pm

1 stop13h 26m

Columbus

Fri 3/14

10:01 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$394

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Columbus

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Iowa to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 IA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 January 29, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Columbus Airport, 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 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 January 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Iowa to Columbus have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
4,587 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
8,456 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
8,922 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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
4,587 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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 Iowa to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    While some choose either Omaha Eppley Airfield - Columbus or Des Moines - Columbus, Cedar Rapids - Columbus is the most popular route from Iowa to Columbus Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Columbus?

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Iowa to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Iowa to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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