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Cheapest round-trip
$237
Typical prices: $337-$493
United Airlines
Sat 1/6Sat 1/13
CLE - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$150
Typical prices: $167-$320
Delta
Tue 11/6
CLE - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cleveland and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 24% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $404 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to Des Moines (CLE-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cleveland to Des Moines

Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 9:41 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
Southwest Logo
6:35 pm - 9:35 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 1:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$242Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 1:55 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 4:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
8h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$247Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 9:23 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$274United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 11:35 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:59 pm - 3:26 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
18h 27m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 11:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
8h 54m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$359Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:51 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$380Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 9:46 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:52 pm - 12:56 amDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$380Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 9:02 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 52m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 8:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
37h 12m2 stops Philadelphia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$381Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:00 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 11:04 amDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
14h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$529American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to Des Moines flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cleveland to Des Moines with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cleveland to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Des Moines start at $237. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $337 to $493. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $237 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines, it is 27% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 44% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines at $296 round-trip.
•September ($628) and March ($602) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 112% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cleveland to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$150
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 61% increase in price.
Flight from Cleveland to Des Moines

When to book flights from Cleveland to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cleveland to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cleveland to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cleveland to Des Moines?

    Flights from Cleveland to Des Moines usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cleveland to Des Moines?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cleveland to Des Moines:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cleveland to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cleveland to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cleveland to Des Moines?

    On the Cleveland to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $284 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $561: a $277 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Cleveland to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Cleveland to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 610 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Cleveland to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $237 to $953. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cleveland to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cleveland to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $222, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cleveland to Des Moines?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 44m, compared with 3h 51m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 19m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Cleveland and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Cleveland (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cleveland to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Des Moines range from $337 to $493, with an average of $389 over the past 12 months. Anything below $337 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cleveland to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $284 - about $277 less than Sunday (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to Des Moines trip for November. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $332 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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