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Cheapest round-trip
$307
Typical prices: $318-$533
Delta
Sun 11/4Fri 11/9
CAE - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$369
Typical prices: $273-$309
United Airlines
Tue 9/25
CAE - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 16% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $375 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Des Moines (CAE-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Des Moines

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:40 am - 10:42 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:59 pm - 9:41 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$307Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:11 pm - 10:33 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
6h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:52 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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1:59 pm - 6:09 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:39 am - 10:48 amDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:21 pm - 9:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
10h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:15 pm - 9:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$400United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:21 pm - 9:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
10h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:36 am - 7:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$405United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:21 pm - 9:55 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
10h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:15 pm - 9:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$412United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:45 pm - 9:19 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
8h 34m2 stops Charlotte Douglas New York LaGuardia
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3:31 pm - 11:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$427American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:45 pm - 9:19 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
8h 34m2 stops Charlotte Douglas New York LaGuardia
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3:31 pm - 11:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$447American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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8:30 pm - 11:58 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
4h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:12 am - 2:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 37m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$450American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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1:59 pm - 6:09 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-DSM Des Moines
5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:27 am - 6:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$579Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Des Moines start at $307. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $318 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $307 on Delta.

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Key details for Columbia to Des Moines flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$369
Most popular time to fly with an average 43% increase in price.
Flight from Columbia to Des Moines

When to book flights from Columbia to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia to Des Moines?

    Flights from Columbia to Des Moines usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Columbia to Des Moines route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $218. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Columbia to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 861 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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 Columbia 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 $307 to $1,208. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $494, which is 77% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 4h 51m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 17m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Columbia (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 Columbia to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Des Moines range from $318 to $533, with an average of $353 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia 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 Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $318 - about $218 less than Wednesday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Des Moines trip for July. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $498 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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