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Cheapest round-trip
$227
Typical prices: $351-$486
Delta
Wed 10/17Wed 10/24
DSM - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$189
Typical prices: $213-$333
Southwest
Tue 11/6
DSM - CMH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 27% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Columbus (DSM-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Columbus

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:27 am - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:08 am - 2:25 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$227Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 10:00 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:30 pm - 10:05 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$261Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:25 am - 10:00 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:20 am - 2:15 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
8h 55m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Denver Intl
$266Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
11:27 am - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
5h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:08 am - 2:25 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$269Delta
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 15
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 4:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:30 am - 1:15 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
8h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$310Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 10:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 2:15 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
9h 10m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$312United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:11 pm - 8:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:17 am - 10:31 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:31 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
6h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:25 am - 9:42 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 17m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$337Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 1:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:14 am - 1:30 pmCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 10:51 amDSM  Des Moines-CMH Columbus
14h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:29 pm - 12:18 amCMH  Columbus-DSM Des Moines
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$372American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Columbus Airport flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport start at $227. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $351 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $227 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Columbus Airport, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 74% 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 Columbus Airport?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Columbus Airport at $289 round-trip.
  • May ($561) and September ($486) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% 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 Columbus Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$189
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Des Moines to Columbus

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Columbus Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Des Moines to Columbus Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $332 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $691, a difference of $359. 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 Columbus Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Columbus Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 573 miles.

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

    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 Columbus Airport 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 $227 to $2,094. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $220, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 34m, compared with 3h 59m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 10m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    Columbus Airport 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 car rental options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Columbus Airport range from $351 to $486, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $351 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Columbus Airport 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 $332 - about $359 less than Sunday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Columbus Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $272 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    - Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

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