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Cheapest round-trip
$221
Typical prices: $286-$466
American Airlines
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
DSM - COS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$199
Typical prices: $194-$273
United Airlines
Tue 10/9
DSM - COS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Colorado Springs. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 21% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs (DSM-COS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 11:31 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
4h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:57 am - 3:11 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$221American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
5:39 am - 12:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
7h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:31 pm - 10:33 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
8h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$235Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 9:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
3h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 8:50 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
3h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$250Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 9:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
9h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 8:50 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
3h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$255Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
6:35 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
3h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 8:40 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
3h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 9:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
7h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:31 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
6h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$301United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
5:39 am - 12:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
7h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:31 pm - 10:33 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
8h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 2:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:34 am - 4:07 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
4h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$315United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 8:40 amDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
3h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 11:48 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
4h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$331United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 8:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-COS Colorado Springs
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:31 pm - 10:35 pmCOS  Colorado Springs-DSM Des Moines
8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$332Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Colorado Springs flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs start at $221. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $286 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $221 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Colorado Springs, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 44% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Colorado Springs at $266 round-trip.
  • January ($522) and June ($496) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% 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 Colorado Springs flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$199
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 47% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

When to book flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Colorado Springs (COS).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Des Moines to Colorado Springs route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $286 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $486, a difference of $200. 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 Colorado Springs?

    Some of the most popular sights in Colorado Springs are Garden of the Gods, United States Air Force Academy and Phantom Canyon Brewing Company. These are among the most viewed places in Colorado Springs on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Colorado Springs takes 0h 00m, covering 612 miles.

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

    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 Des Moines to Colorado Springs 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 $221 to $1,095. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Colorado Springs are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $340, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 37m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 5h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Colorado Springs?

    Colorado Springs is 1 hour behind Des Moines (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Colorado Springs Airport (COS)?

    Colorado Springs Airport (COS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Colorado Springs range from $286 to $466, with an average of $337 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Colorado Springs 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $286 - about $200 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Colorado Springs trip for April. Fares historically average $266 round-trip in that month - typically $256 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Colorado Springs Airport.
    - Radisson Hotel Colorado Springs Airport, CO
    - Tru by Hilton Colorado Springs Airport
    - Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs Airport

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