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 Ohio according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ohio to Des Moines?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Ohio to Des Moines

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Ohio, such as Cleveland or Columbus, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 25m and 4h 20m, respectively.

How many flights depart from Ohio to Des Moines on average per week?

53 flights are operational weekly from Ohio to Des Moines as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sun, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio 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 Ohio to Des Moines Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:30 am - 2:58 pm

CLE

DSM

10h 28m1 stop

6:14 pm - 11:54 am

DSM

CLE

16h 40m1 stop

$196Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 7

6:55 am - 7:23 pm

CVG

DSM

13h 28m1 stop

8:30 am - 11:58 pm

DSM

CVG

14h 28m1 stop

$222Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

6:30 am - 10:19 am

CLE

DSM

4h 49m1 stop

10:21 am - 3:09 pm

DSM

CLE

3h 48m1 stop

$293Delta

Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19

7:58 am - 4:24 pm

CLE

DSM

9h 26m2 stops

4:00 pm - 10:43 pm

DSM

CLE

5h 43m1 stop

$298American Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19

5:00 pm - 9:04 pm

PIT

DSM

5h 04m1 stop

5:01 pm - 10:52 am

DSM

PIT

16h 51m1 stop

$302American Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 23

5:53 pm - 9:50 pm

CLE

DSM

4h 57m1 stop

8:00 am - 1:20 pm

DSM

CLE

4h 20m1 stop

$306United Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 15

5:21 pm - 9:40 pm

DAY

DSM

5h 19m1 stop

6:46 pm - 11:44 pm

DSM

DAY

3h 58m1 stop

$308United Airlines

Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5

5:50 pm - 9:10 pm

CLE

DSM

4h 20m1 stop

5:20 am - 3:45 pm

DSM

CLE

9h 25m2 stops

$311Southwest

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 15

4:33 pm - 10:29 pm

CMH

DSM

6h 56m1 stop

5:16 pm - 12:04 am

DSM

CMH

5h 48m1 stop

$325Delta

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

3:10 pm - 10:35 pm

CMH

DSM

8h 25m2 stops

4:40 pm - 9:00 pm

DSM

CMH

3h 20m1 stop

$351Southwest

Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23

Delta flights from Ohio to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Ohio to Des Moines flight tickets

Delta

Jan 17

CLE6:30 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

4h 49m

1 stop

DSM10:19 amDes Moines

Jan 19

DSM10:21 amDes Moines

3h 48m

1 stop

CLE3:09 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$293

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Delta

Feb 2

CMH4:33 pmColumbus

6h 56m

1 stop

DSM10:29 pmDes Moines

Feb 9

DSM5:16 pmDes Moines

5h 48m

1 stop

CMH12:04 amColumbus

$325

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Delta

Dec 31

CMH8:05 amColumbus

5h 23m

1 stop

DSM12:28 pmDes Moines

Jan 4

DSM6:59 amDes Moines

4h 01m

1 stop

CMH12:00 pmColumbus

$335

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American Airlines flights from Ohio to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Jan 17

CLE7:58 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

9h 26m

2 stops

DSM4:24 pmDes Moines

Jan 19

DSM4:00 pmDes Moines

5h 43m

1 stop

CLE10:43 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$298

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American Airlines

Jan 20

PIT5:00 pmPittsburgh

5h 04m

1 stop

DSM9:04 pmDes Moines

Jan 23

DSM5:01 pmDes Moines

16h 51m

1 stop

PIT10:52 amPittsburgh

$302

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American Airlines

Jan 20

PIT6:25 amPittsburgh

5h 47m

1 stop

DSM11:12 amDes Moines

Jan 23

DSM7:00 amDes Moines

8h 26m

2 stops

PIT4:26 pmPittsburgh

$316

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ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 1/5

5:30 am-2:58 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

6:14 pm-11:54 am

1 stop16h 40m

$196

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 1/19

6:55 am-7:23 pm

1 stop13h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

8:30 am-11:58 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$222

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 1/17

6:30 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

10:21 am-3:09 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$293

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 1/17

7:58 am-4:24 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

4:00 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$298

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Tue 1/20

5:00 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

5:01 pm-10:52 am

1 stop16h 51m

$302

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 1/14

5:53 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$306

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 1/1

5:21 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

6:46 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$308

ClevelandDes Moines

CLE - DSM

CLEDSM

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 1/14

5:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

5:20 am-3:45 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$311

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Mon 2/2

4:33 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

5:16 pm-12:04 am

1 stop5h 48m

$325

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Fri 2/20

3:10 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

4:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 20m

$351

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

The cheapest day to depart from Ohio to Des Moines is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $364. Flights from Ohio to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $622. 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 Ohio to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $350. 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 at noon because they tend to be around $477. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Fastest flight time	1h 50m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Sat and Sun
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The fastest flight from Ohio to Des Moines takes 1h 50m

Direct flights go from Ohio to Des Moines on Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Ohio there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio 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 Ohio to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Ohio to Des Moines

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Delta	PriceFrom $163	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,051 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,102 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $286	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,254 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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