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Cheapest round-trip
$249
Typical prices: $366-$515
Allegiant Air
Tue 1/23Mon 1/29
DSM - CVG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$131
Typical prices: $233-$300
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/12
DSM - CVG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Cincinnati. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
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Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati (DSM-CVG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Cincinnati

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:35 pm - 5:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
20h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:02 pm - 7:42 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
25h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$234Frontier
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
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6:04 pm - 12:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
17h 52m1 stop Punta Gorda
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10:15 am - 10:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
13h 15m1 stop Punta Gorda
$249Allegiant Air
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:20 pm - 9:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 am - 10:37 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
6h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$271United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:05 am - 11:42 amDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:16 pm - 5:14 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
5h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$271United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 10:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 26m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:53 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$271Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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4:53 pm - 11:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:53 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$271Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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5:29 pm - 10:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 26m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:45 pm - 10:38 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$291Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
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10:30 am - 5:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 43m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:25 am - 4:49 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
6h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$291Delta
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
Southwest Logo
7:35 am - 2:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
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1:10 pm - 9:30 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
9h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$314Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:07 am - 7:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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1:06 pm - 4:46 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-DSM Des Moines
28h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$317Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Cincinnati flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati typically range from $366 to $515. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $249, on Allegiant Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Cincinnati. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 35% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Cincinnati at $301 round-trip.
•February ($577) and August ($551) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Cincinnati flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$131
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Cincinnati

When to book flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Cincinnati takes 00m, covering 504 miles.

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

    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 Des Moines to Cincinnati flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati range from $366 to $515, with an average of $406 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Cincinnati 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 $249 to $2,102. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Cincinnati are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $264.

  • What car rental options are available at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG)?

    Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Des Moines to Cincinnati. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $331 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $551, a difference of $220.

    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 Des Moines to Cincinnati?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 56m, compared with 4h 23m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 4h 33m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cincinnati?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cincinnati are Great American Ballpark, Paycor Stadium and Heritage Bank Center. These are among the most viewed places in Cincinnati on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Cincinnati 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 Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $331, about $220 less than Tuesday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Cincinnati trip for December. Fares historically average $301 round-trip in that month - typically $276 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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