Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Des Moines (DSM) from $123

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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — DSM
Jun 7 — Jun 141

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 June 2, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$518

Round-trip from

$323
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Columbus to Des Moines

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Friday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $247.

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

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 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Delta flights from Columbus to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Columbus and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found from Columbus to Des Moines. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 7/127:05 amCMH - DSM
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sun 7/146:35 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/1$346
Sun 6/3011:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Sun 7/76:32 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/2$476
Sat 6/86:06 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Sun 6/96:21 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/1$562

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on United Airlines flights traveling from Columbus to Des Moines. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Thu 6/137:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/186:41 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$506
Thu 6/137:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/188:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$511
Fri 6/79:05 amCMH - DSM
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:05 amDSM - CMH
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$597
Fri 6/215:00 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/238:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop14h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$621
Sat 6/87:15 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:05 amDSM - CMH
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$627
Thu 6/207:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$667
Thu 6/2011:20 amCMH - DSM
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$798
Thu 6/137:15 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/188:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$867

Cheap Columbus to Des Moines flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Des Moines specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sat 6/15:58 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/316:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$356
Sat 6/12:50 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops7h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/316:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$431
Sat 6/12:50 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops7h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/316:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$436
Fri 6/211:09 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/231:14 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$446
Fri 6/211:09 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/231:14 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$472
Mon 6/35:29 amCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/412:23 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$482
Thu 6/207:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop3h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/216:54 amDSM - CMH
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$502
Thu 6/137:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/186:41 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$506
Thu 6/137:15 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/188:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$511

Columbus to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 7/127:05 amCMH - DSM
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sun 7/146:35 amDSM - CMH
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/1$346
Sat 6/15:58 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/316:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$356
Sat 6/12:50 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops7h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/316:00 amDSM - CMH
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$431
Sat 6/12:50 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops7h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/316:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$436
Fri 6/211:09 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/231:14 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$446
Fri 7/1212:06 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/143:58 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$448
Fri 6/211:09 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/231:14 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$472
Fri 7/1211:55 amCMH - DSM
3 stops23h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/143:58 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$473
Fri 7/1212:06 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/143:58 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop13h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$479

Columbus to Des Moines flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to Des Moines for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Columbus to Des Moines. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Fri 6/78:45 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/99:00 amDSM - CMH
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$552
Fri 6/78:45 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:59 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop13h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$558
Sat 6/86:06 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Sun 6/96:21 pmDSM - CMH
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/1$562
Sat 6/89:44 amCMH - DSM
3 stops28h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:59 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$577
Fri 6/78:45 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/99:00 amDSM - CMH
2 stops22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$578
Sat 6/89:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:59 pmDSM - CMH
3 stops25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$588
Fri 6/79:05 amCMH - DSM
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:05 amDSM - CMH
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$597
Sat 6/85:05 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/93:59 pmDSM - CMH
2 stops25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$601
Fri 6/72:56 pmCMH - DSM
3 stops24h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/99:00 amDSM - CMH
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$609

One-way flights to Des Moines from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbus to Des Moines. Those needing a return flight from Columbus to Des Moines can use the search form above.
Tue 7/168:05 amCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$123
Wed 7/176:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$158
Sun 7/146:21 amCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/1$163
Sat 7/136:00 amCMH - DSM
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/1$183
Mon 7/154:54 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$198
Wed 7/176:00 amCMH - DSM
2 stops9h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$208
Mon 6/246:12 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$279
Sat 7/132:15 pmCMH - DSM
2 stops10h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$284
Mon 6/245:59 pmCMH - DSM
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$303

Find flights from Columbus to Des Moines within your budget

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 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$346 - $511

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 7/12

1 stop7h 10m

Des Moines

Sun 7/14

1 stop5h 52m

$346

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 6/21

2 stops21h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 6/23

2 stops18h 37m

$446

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 7/12

2 stops23h 02m

Des Moines

Sun 7/14

2 stops25h 22m

$448

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 6/21

2 stops21h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 6/23

3 stops24h 11m

$472

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 7/12

3 stops23h 13m

Des Moines

Sun 7/14

2 stops25h 22m

$473

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sun 6/30

1 stop4h 02m

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

1 stop5h 55m

$476

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 6/20

1 stop3h 29m

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

1 stop6h 54m

$502

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 6/13

1 stop4h 12m

Des Moines

Tue 6/18

1 stop4h 18m

$506

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 6/13

1 stop4h 12m

Des Moines

Tue 6/18

2 stops10h 30m

$511

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Deals found on 6/1

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °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 June 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with 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.
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.3
Good
14,260 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 3 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.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $346, but on average you can expect to pay $550.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to Des Moines for under $600?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $346 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $502 and $506 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines are American Airlines ($123), United Airlines ($158), and Delta ($163).

  • What does CMH to DSM mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while DSM stands for Des Moines Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

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    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.

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    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/1.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Columbus Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). 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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