What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Des Moines?

Allegiant Air and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Des Moines

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Cincinnati according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$147 Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cincinnati and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $588 to $428. The lowest price recently found on this route was $269.

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11:00 am - 10:47 pm

CVG

DSM

36h 47m

2 stops

5:12 pm - 5:46 pm

DSM

CVG

23h 34m

1 stop

$269Multiple Airlines

週六, 8月 1 - 週四, 8月 6

8:36 pm - 1:34 pm

CVG

DSM

17h 58m

1 stop

2:19 pm - 7:31 pm

DSM

CVG

28h 12m

1 stop

$280Frontier

週四, 7月 30 - 週一, 8月 3

11:00 am - 10:47 pm

CVG

DSM

36h 47m

2 stops

9:33 am - 11:32 pm

DSM

CVG

12h 59m

1 stop

$300Multiple Airlines

週六, 8月 1 - 週四, 8月 6

6:25 pm - 8:28 am

CVG

DSM

15h 03m

1 stop

5:12 pm - 5:46 pm

DSM

CVG

23h 34m

1 stop

$323Allegiant Air

週六, 8月 1 - 週四, 8月 6

6:25 pm - 8:28 am

CVG

DSM

15h 03m

1 stop

5:12 pm - 5:46 pm

DSM

CVG

23h 34m

1 stop

$328Allegiant Air

週六, 8月 1 - 週四, 8月 6

6:03 pm - 9:43 pm

CVG

DSM

28h 40m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 10:13 am

DSM

CVG

16h 33m

1 stop

$346Allegiant Air

週五, 7月 10 - 週五, 7月 17

6:00 am - 11:35 pm

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DSM

18h 35m

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5:30 pm - 10:45 pm

DSM

CVG

28h 15m

2 stops

$351Allegiant Air

週五, 6月 26 - 週五, 7月 3

6:15 am - 2:22 pm

CVG

DSM

9h 07m

1 stop

2:53 pm - 10:39 am

DSM

CVG

18h 46m

1 stop

$355Allegiant Air

週四, 8月 20 - 週五, 8月 21

6:01 am - 8:32 am

CVG

DSM

3h 31m

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5:00 am - 1:00 pm

DSM

CVG

7h 00m

1 stop

$363American Airlines

週四, 6月 18 - 週二, 6月 23

7:30 am - 10:03 pm

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DSM

15h 33m

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3:33 pm - 12:23 pm

DSM

CVG

19h 50m

1 stop

$369Allegiant Air

週四, 10月 1 - 週日, 10月 4

United Airlines flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines

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United Airlines

Sep 1

CVG3:25 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

6h 01m

1 stop

DSM8:26 pmDes Moines

Sep 2

DSM6:55 pmDes Moines

4h 03m

1 stop

CVG11:58 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$399

United Airlines

Jul 20

CVG7:00 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

4h 17m

1 stop

DSM10:17 amDes Moines

Jul 23

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

4h 26m

1 stop

CVG4:49 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$467

United Airlines

Jun 8

CVG6:00 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

5h 51m

1 stop

DSM10:51 pmDes Moines

Jun 11

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

6h 00m

1 stop

CVG1:00 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$538

American Airlines flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Cincinnati to Des Moines flight tickets

American Airlines

Jun 18

CVG6:01 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

3h 31m

1 stop

DSM8:32 amDes Moines

Jun 23

DSM5:00 amDes Moines

7h 00m

1 stop

CVG1:00 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$363

American Airlines

Jun 18

CVG5:35 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

8h 28m

1 stop

DSM1:03 pmDes Moines

Jun 23

DSM6:55 amDes Moines

5h 29m

1 stop

CVG1:24 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$372

American Airlines

Jun 18

CVG6:01 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

3h 31m

1 stop

DSM8:32 amDes Moines

Jun 23

DSM9:23 amDes Moines

7h 15m

2 stops

CVG5:38 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$432

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週六 8/1

11:00 am-10:47 pm

2 stops36h 47m

Des Moines

週四 8/6

5:12 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$269

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CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週四 7/30

8:36 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop17h 58m

Des Moines

週一 8/3

2:19 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$280

CincinnatiDes Moines

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CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週六 8/1

11:00 am-10:47 pm

2 stops36h 47m

Des Moines

週四 8/6

9:33 am-11:32 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$300

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週六 8/1

6:25 pm-8:28 am

1 stop15h 03m

Des Moines

週四 8/6

5:12 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$323

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週六 8/1

6:25 pm-8:28 am

1 stop15h 03m

Des Moines

週四 8/6

5:12 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$328

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週五 7/10

6:03 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Des Moines

週五 7/17

4:40 pm-10:13 am

1 stop16h 33m

$346

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週五 6/26

6:00 am-11:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Des Moines

週五 7/3

5:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$351

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週四 8/20

6:15 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Des Moines

週五 8/21

2:53 pm-10:39 am

1 stop18h 46m

$355

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CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週四 6/18

6:01 am-8:32 am

1 stop3h 31m

Des Moines

週二 6/23

5:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$363

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

週四 10/1

7:30 am-10:03 pm

1 stop15h 33m

Des Moines

週日 10/4

3:33 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$369

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in January, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Cincinnati to Des Moines during September average around $292.

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How far is Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Des Moines by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Des Moines is 509.1 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 03m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cincinnati to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cincinnati and Des Moines, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 37% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 36% and Delta with 28%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $286	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,423 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $304	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,751 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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