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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $351-$546
Southwest
Thu 1/18Mon 1/22
CLE - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$319
Typical prices: $169-$315
American Airlines
Thu 11/29
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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April
Cheapest • 7% price drop
July
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $384 (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

Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 22
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5:55 am - 10:55 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
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3:00 pm - 7:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$309Southwest
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21
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5:55 am - 10:55 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:55 am - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
8h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$309Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:50 am - 12:39 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:18 pm - 12:14 amDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$309United Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 22
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5:55 am - 10:55 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:55 am - 3:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
7h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$314Southwest
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 2
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4:00 pm - 8:45 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:11 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$346Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 5:28 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 09m1 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
$373United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 8:43 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 43m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:13 am - 1:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$404Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:59 am - 9:53 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
13h 54m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:05 pm - 8:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
24h 04m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$469Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
United Airlines Logo
4:09 pm - 9:55 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$517United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:19 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:29 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$517Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Des Moines typically range from $351 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Des Moines at $366 round-trip.
•March ($602) and January ($598) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% 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

$309
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
Round-trip 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cleveland to Des Moines.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cleveland to Des Moines takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Des Moines range from $351 to $546, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $351 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $309 to $1,382. 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 $622, which is 177% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • 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).

  • 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) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Cleveland to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $284 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $561, a difference of $277.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 48m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 25m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $284, about $277 less than Sunday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to Des Moines trip for April. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $236 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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
    • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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