Columbus to Des Moines flights
Des Moines lies 911 km (566 mi) west of Columbus, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 55 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Columbus | Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 913,175 | 214,133 |
| Elevation | 242 m (794 ft) | 264 m (866 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | CMH, 10 km out | DSM, 8 km out |
| Postal codes | 43085–43291 | 50301–50983 |
Clocks in Des Moines are 1 h behind Columbus right now, so a 1 h 55 min journey lands only 55 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Columbus
Columbus is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,114-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK, 17 km).
Arriving in Des Moines
Des Moines is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,004 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines International Airport | DSM | 8 km (5 mi) | 9,004 ft | 958 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Des Moines from Columbus?
911 km (566 mi) in a straight line, west of Columbus.
How long does it take to get from Columbus to Des Moines by air?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Columbus and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Chicago against America/New_York).
Which airports are used for Columbus to Des Moines flights?
Typically John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.