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$95+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Charlotte (DSM - CLT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CLT
juin 17 — juin 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas are usually found in September or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlotte (CLT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated juin 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$95
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juin 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 7/176:32 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 7/2411:40 amCLT - DSM
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 9/252:14 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop7h 06mDelta
jeu. 10/28:25 amCLT - DSM
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 6/12$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 9/218:41 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop18h 51mFrontier
dim. 9/285:34 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop27h 22mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/87:58 amDSM - CLT
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/89:40 pmCLT - DSM
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/12:57 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
mer. 7/26:45 amCLT - DSM
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 10/257:25 amDSM - CLT
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
mar. 10/282:00 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$359

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Charlotte that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Charlotte

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

jeu. 7/17

6:32 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Charlotte Douglas

jeu. 7/24

11:40 am-2:45 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$199

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

jeu. 9/25

2:14 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Charlotte Douglas

jeu. 10/2

8:25 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$217

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

dim. 9/21

8:41 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop18h 51m

Charlotte Douglas

dim. 9/28

5:34 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop27h 22m

$224

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

mar. 7/8

7:58 am-7:21 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 7/8

9:40 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$327

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

mar. 7/1

2:57 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Charlotte Douglas

mer. 7/2

6:45 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 47m

$356

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

sam. 10/25

7:25 am-7:50 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 10/28

2:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$359

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

jeu. 7/10

6:32 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$95

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

mar. 7/15

3:38 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$263

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

ven. 7/25

5:17 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Charlotte

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Charlotte may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Des Moines to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Charlotte. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated juin 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Charlotte in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Charlotte

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Charlotte. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated juin 12, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to CLT are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Charlotte by month

Plan your trip to Charlotte by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charlotte ranges from 3.0 - 4.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Charlotte when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in Charlotte by month

Plan your trip to Charlotte by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charlotte, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charlotte

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charlotte. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Charlotte. Reviews last updated juin 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Charlotte by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Charlotte. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Des Moines to Charlotte?

    To fly from Des Moines to Charlotte, you need to book a flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Douglas (CLT). Nonstop flights to Charlotte Douglas from Des Moines take 2h 16m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Des Moines to Douglas offered by 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Charlotte round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Charlotte, with prices starting at $217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $224 and $327, respectively. Delta is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Charlotte?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $135. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Charlotte Douglas) can be booked for $198 on average our data indicates $1,049 when flying from Des Moines to Charlotte.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Charlotte that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Charlotte flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Charlotte?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Charlotte.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Charlotte?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Charlotte by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Des Moines to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Charlotte

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Charlotte. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated juin 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$131Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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