$142+ Cheap flights from Charleston to Des Moines (CHS - DSM)
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CHS — DSM
Oct 8 — Oct 151
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Charleston to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 8, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 8, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 9/264:58 pm -
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Wed 9/303:11 pm -
1 stop5h 22m
Deal found 9/5![United Airlines logo]()
$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
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1 stop8h 41m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 10/283:35 pm -
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1 stop7h 28m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/93:59 pm -
1 stop7h 09m
Mon 10/126:25 am -
2 stops25h 13m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
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2 stops11h 30m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$412
Best flights from Charleston to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 10/107:16 am -
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1 stop4h 33m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 10/283:35 pm -
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Sat 10/319:36 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
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2 stops8h 30m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/91:25 pm -
2 stops10h 50m
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2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$467
Last-minute flights from Charleston to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 9/264:58 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Wed 9/303:11 pm -
1 stop5h 22m
Deal found 9/5![United Airlines logo]()
$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/97:04 pm -
1 stop5h 54m
Mon 10/127:12 am -
1 stop8h 41m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$402
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/93:59 pm -
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Mon 10/126:25 am -
2 stops25h 13m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 10/106:40 am -
2 stops7h 50m
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2 stops7h 45m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 10/283:35 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 10/319:36 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$405
One-way flights from Charleston to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Charleston to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Charleston to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:00 am -
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Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$142
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 10/58:08 pm -
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Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$163
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 11/232:52 pm -
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Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$168
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Wed 9/304:58 pm -
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Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 10/16:00 am -
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Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Mon 12/211:05 pm -
2 stops11h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 10/116:30 am -
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Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/276:30 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/53:27 pm -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Fri 12/184:45 pm -
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Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$239
Find flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charleston (CHS) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 September 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $387 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $142 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $385 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charleston to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
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CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Wed 9/30
6:00 am-9:02 am
2 stops28h 02m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
Quickest round-trip
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Mon 10/5
8:08 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 50m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$163
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Mon 10/12
7:04 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop5h 54m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$163
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Mon 11/23
2:52 pm-10:59 pm
2 stops9h 07m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$168
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Thu 10/1
6:00 am-12:34 pm
2 stops7h 34m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$199
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Mon 12/21
1:05 pm-11:30 pm
2 stops11h 25m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$205
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Sun 10/11
6:30 am-10:30 am
1 stop5h 00m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$209
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Sun 12/20
5:10 am-10:49 am
1 stop6h 39m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$219
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Sun 9/27
6:30 am-10:31 am
1 stop5h 01m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$219
CharlestonDes Moines
CHS Charleston - DSM Des Moines
CHSDSM
Charleston
Sat 12/19
5:10 am-10:49 am
1 stop6h 39m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$239
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Charleston-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charleston-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charleston-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charleston-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Charleston-Des Moines 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 Charleston to Des Moines
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Charleston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charleston to Des Moines
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charleston to Des Moines?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Des Moines (average of $316). Flying from Charleston to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $618). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charleston to Des Moines?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Charleston to Des Moines flights typically cost between $345 and $544 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $387 on United Airlines (Sep 26-Sep 30).
Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated September 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Charleston to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$233 | Average$354 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$326 | Average$502 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |