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      Flight deals from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $442. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Des Moines.$442 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Cleveland Hopkins International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Cleveland Hopkins International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $442, select.
      Des Moines.$509 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cleveland Hopkins International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Cleveland Hopkins International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $509, select.
      Des Moines.$524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Cleveland Hopkins International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Cleveland Hopkins International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $524, select.
      Des Moines.$561 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cleveland Hopkins International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Cleveland Hopkins International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $561, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines

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      Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

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      Cleveland to Des Moines: Flight information

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      Cheapest flight found$442
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines is $442. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines. But we found flights with one or more stops from $442.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines.
      The cheapest month to fly from Cleveland Hopkins International to Des Moines is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and Des Moines Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

      Travelling from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know

      • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CLE to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

      • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport. These are the top stopovers between CLE and DSM:

        • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

        • Detroit Wayne County Airport

        • Minneapolis St Paul Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

      • Currently, $215 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $442. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

      • To pick up cheap tickets from CLE to DSM, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

      • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport.

      • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CLE to DSM.

      • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)

      • You'll find CLE at 5300 Riverside Drive.

      • When it comes to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

      • Central Cleveland to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.

      • Taking an early flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CLE:

      Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)

      Getting from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

      • DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

      • Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Des Moines. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

      • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.

      When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Des Moines based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

      • The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Des Moines Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

      • January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CLE to DSM around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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