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$118+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Des Moines (DSM)

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$209
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$118
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$421 or less
From North Carolina to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1712:20 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/208:30 amDSM - RDU
1 stop5h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/89:24 amCLT - DSM
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/111:59 pmDSM - CLT
2 stops22h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$209
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:23 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Thu 8/213:23 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop24h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 8/511:57 amRDU - DSM
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/67:59 amDSM - RDU
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/148:04 pmORF - DSM
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/187:59 amDSM - ORF
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/1811:35 amRDU - DSM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Mon 9/226:30 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 7/2$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/176:00 amMYR - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Tue 9/236:30 pmDSM - MYR
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/1$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 7/177:14 pmAVL - DSM
1 stop14h 26mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/203:45 pmDSM - AVL
1 stop14h 52mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/2$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 9/117:50 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Mon 9/156:00 amDSM - CLT
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 9/186:05 pmMYR - DSM
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/227:08 amDSM - MYR
2 stops8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 7/246:22 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/307:58 amDSM - TYS
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 7/294:59 pmGSO - DSM
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Tue 8/56:05 amDSM - GSO
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/1$249

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/17

12:20 pm-5:14 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

8:30 am-2:47 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$204

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/8

9:24 am-6:05 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

1:59 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$209

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/14

5:23 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

3:23 pm-4:31 pm

1 stop24h 08m

$211

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/5

11:57 am-6:39 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

7:59 am-3:14 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$236

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/18

11:35 am-5:13 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

6:30 pm-12:13 am

1 stop4h 43m

$237

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Thu 8/14

8:04 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

7:59 am-5:21 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$237

Myrtle BeachDes Moines

MYR - DSM

MYRDSM

Myrtle Beach Intl

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

6:30 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$237

AshevilleDes Moines

AVL - DSM

AVLDSM

Asheville Regional

Thu 7/17

7:14 pm-8:40 am

1 stop14h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

3:45 pm-7:37 am

1 stop14h 52m

$241

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 9/11

7:50 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$242

Myrtle BeachDes Moines

MYR - DSM

MYRDSM

Myrtle Beach Intl

Thu 9/18

6:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

7:08 am-4:48 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from North Carolina to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 NC to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from North Carolina to Des Moines as you normally would.

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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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from North Carolina to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. 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
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
4,270 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
7,970 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
8,845 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
709 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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 North Carolina to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from North Carolina?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from North Carolina to Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North Carolina to Des Moines one-way?

    $118 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $119 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from North Carolina to Des Moines consider Raleigh-Durham - Des Moines, Charlotte Douglas - Des Moines or Norfolk - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina to Des Moines 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 North Carolina to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from North Carolina to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 4 airlines flying from North Carolina to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina to Des Moines. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$232Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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