CMH - DSM

$155 Find Cheap Flights from Columbus to Des Moines - Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Columbus to Des Moines departing on 9/6. 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.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $313-$512
American Airlines
Tue 8/25Tue 9/1
CMH - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Overall average: $337
American Airlines
Sun 9/6
CMH - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus and Des Moines. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Des Moines (CMH-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Des Moines

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
American Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 7:19 pm
CMH
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DSM
5h 55m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 3:47 pm
DSM
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CMH
4h 17m
1 stop
$309American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
American Airlines Logo
9:24 am - 1:25 pm
CMH
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DSM
5h 01m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 1:52 pm
DSM
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CMH
5h 57m
1 stop
$309American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 9:33 pm
CMH
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DSM
6h 14m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 10:23 pm
DSM
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CMH
6h 01m
1 stop
$309United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
4:24 pm - 7:11 pm
CMH
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DSM
3h 47m
1 stop
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 11:40 pm
DSM
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CMH
6h 33m
1 stop
$309Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:17 am
CMH
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DSM
4h 17m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:15 am
DSM
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CMH
4h 21m
1 stop
$309Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 12:34 pm
CMH
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DSM
7h 32m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 5:05 pm
DSM
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CMH
4h 38m
1 stop
$314United Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 9:55 pm
CMH
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DSM
7h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 8:30 pm
DSM
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CMH
4h 50m
1 stop
$314Southwest
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 9:00 pm
CMH
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DSM
9h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 9:00 pm
DSM
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CMH
5h 20m
2 stops
$319Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:42 pm - 10:08 pm
CMH
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DSM
25h 26m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 6:55 pm
DSM
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CMH
27h 57m
2 stops
$326Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:42 pm - 10:08 pm
CMH
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DSM
25h 26m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 pm - 6:55 pm
DSM
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CMH
20h 24m
2 stops
$360Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Des Moines flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Des Moines from Columbus Airport usually cost between $382 and $557 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309 on Delta (Oct 14-Oct 17).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Des Moines is September, where tickets cost $331 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $666 and $631 respectively.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$155
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Columbus to Des Moines flights

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Des Moines was $155 for a one-way ticket and $309 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Des Moines?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Des Moines?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Des Moines?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Columbus and Des Moines, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Des Moines, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Des Moines are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $436 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $481 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbus to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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