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

83 flights are operational weekly from Ohio to Des Moines as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Ohio, such as Columbus or Cincinnati, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 52m and 4h 05m, respectively.

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 47% 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?

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

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 May 2026.

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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8:00 am - 1:34 pm

DTW

DSM

6h 34m

1 stop

2:19 pm - 11:59 pm

DSM

DTW

8h 40m

1 stop

$230Frontier

Fri, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 20

12:04 pm - 10:58 pm

PIT

DSM

11h 54m

1 stop

4:01 pm - 10:43 am

DSM

PIT

17h 42m

1 stop

$240Allegiant Air

Thu, Jun 25 - Sun, Jun 28

4:34 pm - 10:58 pm

CAK

DSM

7h 24m

1 stop

11:00 am - 11:57 pm

DSM

CAK

35h 57m

2 stops

$284Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 17

12:20 pm - 4:59 pm

CAK

DSM

5h 39m

1 stop

4:01 pm - 11:57 pm

DSM

CAK

6h 56m

1 stop

$288Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jun 19 - Sun, Jun 21

5:57 pm - 12:12 am

DAY

DSM

7h 15m

1 stop

7:09 pm - 12:18 am

DSM

DAY

4h 09m

1 stop

$319American Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Fri, Jun 12

6:00 am - 12:52 pm

DAY

DSM

7h 52m

2 stops

7:09 pm - 12:18 am

DSM

DAY

4h 09m

1 stop

$324American Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Fri, Jun 12

5:45 am - 10:27 am

CAK

DSM

5h 42m

1 stop

6:00 am - 1:26 pm

DSM

CAK

6h 26m

1 stop

$329United Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Wed, Jun 3

7:30 pm - 10:10 pm

CMH

DSM

3h 40m

1 stop

5:25 am - 10:00 am

DSM

CMH

3h 35m

1 stop

$337Southwest

Sun, May 24 - Thu, May 28

7:50 pm - 10:45 pm

CMH

DSM

3h 55m

1 stop

5:20 am - 10:15 am

DSM

CMH

3h 55m

1 stop

$338Southwest

Wed, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 16

6:00 am - 10:30 am

DAY

DSM

5h 30m

1 stop

6:00 am - 11:04 am

DSM

DAY

4h 04m

1 stop

$341United Airlines

Wed, Jun 17 - Sun, Jun 21

United Airlines flights from Ohio to Des Moines

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May 29

CAK5:45 amAkron/Canton

5h 42m

1 stop

DSM10:27 amDes Moines

Jun 3

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

6h 26m

1 stop

CAK1:26 pmAkron/Canton

$329

United Airlines

May 28

CAK2:02 pmAkron/Canton

6h 23m

1 stop

DSM7:25 pmDes Moines

May 30

DSM6:50 pmDes Moines

3h 59m

1 stop

CAK11:49 pmAkron/Canton

$339

United Airlines

Jun 17

DAY6:00 amDayton

5h 30m

1 stop

DSM10:30 amDes Moines

Jun 21

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

4h 04m

1 stop

DAY11:04 amDayton

$341

American Airlines flights from Ohio to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Jun 6

DAY5:57 pmDayton

7h 15m

1 stop

DSM12:12 amDes Moines

Jun 12

DSM7:09 pmDes Moines

4h 09m

1 stop

DAY12:18 amDayton

$319

American Airlines

Jun 6

DAY6:00 amDayton

7h 52m

2 stops

DSM12:52 pmDes Moines

Jun 12

DSM7:09 pmDes Moines

4h 09m

1 stop

DAY12:18 amDayton

$324

American Airlines

May 29

DAY1:34 pmDayton

5h 47m

1 stop

DSM6:21 pmDes Moines

Jun 5

DSM7:09 pmDes Moines

4h 09m

1 stop

DAY12:18 amDayton

$329

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DTW - DSM

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Fri 7/17

8:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 7/20

2:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$230

PittsburghDes Moines

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PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 6/25

12:04 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop11h 54m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

4:01 pm-10:43 am

1 stop17h 42m

$240

AkronDes Moines

CAK - DSM

CAKDSM

Akron/Canton

Thu 6/11

4:34 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

11:00 am-11:57 pm

2 stops35h 57m

$284

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CAK - DSM

CAKDSM

Akron/Canton

Fri 6/19

12:20 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

4:01 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$288

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DAYDSM

Dayton

Sat 6/6

5:57 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 6/12

7:09 pm-12:18 am

1 stop4h 09m

$319

DaytonDes Moines

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DAYDSM

Dayton

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-12:52 pm

2 stops7h 52m

Des Moines

Fri 6/12

7:09 pm-12:18 am

1 stop4h 09m

$324

AkronDes Moines

CAK - DSM

CAKDSM

Akron/Canton

Fri 5/29

5:45 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

6:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$329

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ColumbusDes Moines

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CMHDSM

Columbus

Sun 5/24

7:30 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

5:25 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 35m

$337

ColumbusDes Moines

CMH - DSM

CMHDSM

Columbus

Wed 6/10

7:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 6/16

5:20 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 55m

$338

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Wed 6/17

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

6:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

$341

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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 August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Ohio to Des Moines during October average around $203.

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There are 4 operators available for flights from Ohio to Des Moines Airport as of May 2026.
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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