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Cheap flights from Columbus to Des Moines from $147

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Columbus to Des Moines departing on 12/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:11 am
CMH
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DSM
4h 11m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 6:56 pm
DSM
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CMH
5h 31m
1 stop
$297Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 1:34 pm
CMH
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DSM
7h 29m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:32 pm - 10:48 pm
DSM
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CMH
4h 16m
1 stop
$303Delta
Tue, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 1
United Airlines Logo
7:17 am - 10:31 am
CMH
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DSM
4h 14m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:55 am
DSM
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CMH
4h 55m
1 stop
$320United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 10:10 pm
CMH
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DSM
5h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 10:25 am
DSM
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CMH
3h 50m
1 stop
$325Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Southwest Logo
7:35 pm - 10:10 pm
CMH
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DSM
3h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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CMH
6h 40m
2 stops
$330Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 10:10 pm
CMH
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DSM
10h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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CMH
6h 40m
2 stops
$335Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:35 am
CMH
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DSM
4h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:23 pm
DSM
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CMH
6h 23m
1 stop
$340United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
Delta Logo
1:43 pm - 4:50 pm
CMH
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DSM
4h 07m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:25 pm
DSM
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CMH
6h 25m
1 stop
$342Delta
Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 23
United Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 10:31 am
CMH
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DSM
5h 56m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:22 pm - 8:50 pm
DSM
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CMH
4h 28m
1 stop
$345United Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 15
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 1:55 pm
CMH
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DSM
8h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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CMH
5h 45m
2 stops
$347Southwest
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 30

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Delta flights from Columbus to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Oct 14
CMH7:00 amColumbus
4h 11m
1 stop
DSM10:11 amDes Moines
Oct 17
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
5h 31m
1 stop
CMH6:56 pmColumbus
$297
Delta
Jul 28
CMH7:05 amColumbus
7h 29m
1 stop
DSM1:34 pmDes Moines
Aug 1
DSM5:32 pmDes Moines
4h 16m
1 stop
CMH10:48 pmColumbus
$303
Delta
Aug 20
CMH1:43 pmColumbus
4h 07m
1 stop
DSM4:50 pmDes Moines
Aug 23
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
6h 25m
1 stop
CMH1:25 pmColumbus
$342

Southwest flights from Columbus to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Columbus to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 28
CMH5:35 pmColumbus
5h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
Oct 1
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
3h 50m
1 stop
CMH10:25 amColumbus
$325
Southwest
Sep 28
CMH7:35 pmColumbus
3h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
Oct 1
DSM4:30 pmDes Moines
6h 40m
2 stops
CMH12:10 amColumbus
$330
Southwest
Sep 28
CMH1:05 pmColumbus
10h 05m
2 stops
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
Oct 1
DSM4:30 pmDes Moines
6h 40m
2 stops
CMH12:10 amColumbus
$335

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 July 1, 2026.
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ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 10/14

7:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop4h 11m

Des Moines

Sat 10/17

12:25 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$297

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Tue 7/28

7:05 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Des Moines

Sat 8/1

5:32 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$303
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 9/28

7:17 am-10:31 am

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$320

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 9/28

5:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Thu 10/1

5:35 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 50m

$325

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 9/28

7:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Des Moines

Thu 10/1

4:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops6h 40m

$330

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 9/28

1:05 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Des Moines

Thu 10/1

4:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops6h 40m

$335

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sat 10/31

7:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Des Moines

Fri 11/6

8:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$340

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Thu 8/20

1:43 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Des Moines

Sun 8/23

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$342

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Sun 9/13

5:35 am-10:31 am

1 stop5h 56m

Des Moines

Tue 9/15

3:22 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$345

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 8/26

6:35 am-1:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 8/30

5:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops5h 45m

$347

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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 October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Columbus to Des Moines during September average around $236.

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Fastest flight time

4h 05m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Columbus to Des Moines takes 4h 05m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Columbus to Des Moines

  • How far is Columbus to Des Moines by plane?

    A flight from Columbus to Des Moines will travel around 566.8 mi. 4h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Columbus to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus 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.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,766 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,452 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $249Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,909 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $367Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,246 reviews
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