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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $367-$546
Delta
Tue 11/20Sun 11/25
CMH - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 26% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 3h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Des Moines (CMH-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines

Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:40 am - 10:19 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:52 pm - 12:30 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$291Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:00 am - 10:44 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
5h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:29 pm - 10:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
4h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$291Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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2:45 pm - 10:05 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
8h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:25 am - 10:00 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$323Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:40 am - 11:25 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
6h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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5:25 am - 10:00 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$323Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 16
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7:30 pm - 10:05 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:00 am - 10:30 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
3h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$325Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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7:00 am - 10:32 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 2:30 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:56 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:31 am - 11:04 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 20
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6:15 pm - 10:38 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:15 am - 11:13 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
3h 58m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Dec 24
American Airlines Logo
5:07 pm - 10:43 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:21 am - 2:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
4h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$432American Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 8:38 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
9h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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12:52 pm - 7:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$464United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Des Moines flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines typically range from $367 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Des Moines. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 51% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Des Moines at $308 round-trip.
•February ($629) and January ($577) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Des Moines flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$291
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines

When to book flights from Columbus to Des Moines

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 573 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines range from $367 to $546, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport 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 $291 to $2,302. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $629, a difference of $321.

    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 Columbus Airport to Des Moines?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 41m, compared with 3h 45m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 04m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Columbus Airport (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 Columbus Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $308, about $321 less than Monday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $321 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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