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$126+ 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CLT
May 24 — May 311
Sat 5/24
Sat 5/31
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 24 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 May 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$192
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$126
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$403

Good round-trip deal

$341 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 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 May 19, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 9/258:41 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop18h 51mFrontier
Thu 10/25:34 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop27h 22mFrontier
Deal found 5/19$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sun 7/136:32 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/216:00 amCLT - DSM
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 6/186:25 amDSM - CLT
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Wed 6/254:50 pmCLT - DSM
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 5/19$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Sun 8/315:44 amDSM - CLT
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Sat 9/2010:07 amCLT - DSM
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 5/19$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 6/187:00 amDSM - CLT
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/252:52 pmCLT - DSM
Nonstop2h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Tue 7/86:24 amDSM - CLT
2 stops6h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/138:30 amCLT - DSM
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$411

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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 MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Sun 7/13

6:32 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 7/21

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$200

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

7:33 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop20h 03m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 7/13

5:21 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop26h 27m

$235

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

6:25 am-6:10 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 6/25

4:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$295

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

7:00 am-10:21 am

Nonstop2h 21m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 6/25

2:52 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$373

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

6:47 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 6/21

6:01 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$393

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

6:24 am-2:07 pm

2 stops6h 43m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 7/13

8:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$411

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Thu 6/19

6:32 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop23h 29m

$126

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

6:45 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$187

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

6:17 am-9:30 pm

2 stops14h 13m

$237

Des MoinesCharlotte

DSM - CLT

DSMCLT

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

7:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$267

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Deals found on 5/18

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Charlotte in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Charlotte flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Charlotte flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Charlotte flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Charlotte flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Charlotte flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Charlotte

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Cheapflights Insights

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 May 16, 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 24 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 May 19, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Charlotte in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% 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 May 19, 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 May 19, 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
4,291 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,291 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,291 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,291 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,743 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,291 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,291 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,284 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,291 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

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 17m 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 3 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Charlotte, with prices starting at $192. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $300 and $350, respectively. Frontier is priced at 51% 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 $200 on average our data indicates $909 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Charlotte

Discover the top 3 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 May 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$131Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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