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Cheap flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines from $272

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Multiple Airlines Logo
1:22 pm - 9:21 pm
CVG
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DSM
32h 59m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:32 pm - 11:42 pm
DSM
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CVG
27h 10m1 stop
$272Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
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10:15 am - 3:40 pm
CVG
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DSM
30h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:32 pm - 11:42 pm
DSM
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CVG
27h 10m1 stop
$288Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:53 am
CVG
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DSM
4h 53m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 11:49 pm
DSM
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CVG
3h 54m1 stop
$325United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 2:27 pm
CVG
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DSM
6h 52m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 11:49 pm
DSM
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CVG
3h 54m1 stop
$332United Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 27
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 10:55 am
CVG
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DSM
5h 50m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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CVG
6h 55m1 stop
$337Southwest
Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 27
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 10:55 am
CVG
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DSM
5h 50m2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 4:45 pm
DSM
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CVG
10h 35m2 stops
$342Southwest
Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 7:44 pm
CVG
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DSM
14h 34m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 2:58 pm
DSM
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CVG
26h 49m2 stops
$377Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9
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8:20 pm - 11:56 am
CVG
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DSM
16h 36m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 6:11 pm
DSM
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CVG
20h 42m2 stops
$384Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 5
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6:10 am - 7:44 pm
CVG
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DSM
14h 34m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 8:33 pm
DSM
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CVG
12h 03m1 stop
$404Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 12:37 am
CVG
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DSM
6h 37m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:01 pm - 10:55 am
DSM
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CVG
16h 54m1 stop
$435American Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9

Southwest flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Cincinnati to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 21
CVG6:05 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 50m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
Feb 27
DSM6:10 amDes Moines
6h 55m
1 stop
CVG2:05 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$337
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Southwest
Feb 21
CVG6:05 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 50m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
Feb 27
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
10h 35m
2 stops
CVG4:45 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$342
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Southwest
Jan 4
CVG6:40 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 20m
2 stops
DSM11:00 amDes Moines
Jan 5
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
15h 00m
2 stops
CVG9:45 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$523
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American Airlines flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Cincinnati to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 5
CVG7:00 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 37m
1 stop
DSM12:37 amDes Moines
Jan 9
DSM5:01 pmDes Moines
16h 54m
1 stop
CVG10:55 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$435
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American Airlines
Jan 5
CVG8:26 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 27m
2 stops
DSM2:53 pmDes Moines
Jan 9
DSM5:01 pmDes Moines
16h 54m
1 stop
CVG10:55 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$440
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American Airlines
Jan 6
CVG8:54 amCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 30m
2 stops
DSM4:24 pmDes Moines
Jan 10
DSM5:21 amDes Moines
6h 21m
1 stop
CVG12:42 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$452
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
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CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/5

1:22 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops32h 59m

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

7:32 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$272

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/5

10:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

7:32 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$288

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

6:55 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$325

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/21

8:35 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

6:55 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$332

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/21

6:05 am-10:55 am

2 stops5h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

6:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$337

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/21

6:05 am-10:55 am

2 stops5h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

5:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$342

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/5

6:10 am-7:44 pm

1 stop14h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

11:09 am-2:58 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$377

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 1/4

8:20 pm-11:56 am

1 stop16h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

8:29 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$384

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/5

6:10 am-7:44 pm

1 stop14h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

7:30 am-8:33 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$404

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/5

7:00 pm-12:37 am

1 stop6h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

5:01 pm-10:55 am

1 stop16h 54m

$435

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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 March, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Cincinnati to Des Moines during September average around $292.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Cincinnati to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $289. Flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $460. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Cincinnati to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $319. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $376. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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When to book flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines

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Cheap Cincinnati to Des Moines (CVG to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

4h 23m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cincinnati to Des Moines takes 4h 23m
There are no direct flights from Cincinnati to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Cincinnati to Des Moines.
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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 23m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Cincinnati to Des Moines

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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DeltaPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,014 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,054 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,105 reviews
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