Iowa

$86+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Iowa

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Iowa

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/54:55 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop28h 23m
Frontier
Mon 3/911:54 am
OMA
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RDU
1 stop11h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/191:24 pm
CLT
-
CID
1 stop30h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/237:20 pm
CID
-
CLT
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:56 am
CLT
-
CID
1 stop9h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:45 pm
CID
-
CLT
1 stop18h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$212
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:00 am
RDU
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OMA
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
Mon 4/131:54 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/256:43 pm
RDU
-
CID
1 stop21h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/306:57 pm
CID
-
RDU
1 stop22h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$224
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 2/124:55 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop26h 34m
Frontier
Fri 2/271:59 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/169:24 pm
CLT
-
CID
1 stop21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:45 pm
CID
-
CLT
1 stop18h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$228
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:47 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop26h 27m
Frontier
Mon 4/131:54 pm
OMA
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RDU
1 stop9h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1911:00 am
CLT
-
DSM
1 stop13h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/238:38 pm
DSM
-
CLT
2 stops26h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$238
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/124:55 pm
RDU
-
OMA
1 stop26h 34m
Frontier
Mon 2/161:59 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:13 pm
CLT
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DSM
1 stop28h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/238:38 pm
DSM
-
CLT
2 stops26h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/511:00 am
CLT
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DSM
1 stop12h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
CLT
2 stops34h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$248

Find flight deals from North Carolina to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$624

Good round-trip deal

$376 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Des Moines flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Des Moines flights.
From North Carolina to Iowa
One-way flight from North Carolina to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from North Carolina to Iowa.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina to Iowa 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Iowa that are best for you.

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North Carolina

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/9

6:47 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop26h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/13

1:54 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 21m

$232

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 2/19

11:00 am-11:12 pm

1 stop13h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

8:38 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$238

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 2/18

7:13 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop28h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

8:38 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$245

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

4:55 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop28h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/9

9:03 pm-10:05 am

2 stops12h 02m

$245

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

5:21 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/6

11:10 am-5:23 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$269

NorfolkMoline

ORF - MLI

ORFMLI

Norfolk

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 4/27

2:00 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$269

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/8

5:40 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

3:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$271

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 53m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/4

6:45 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$274

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 53m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/5

6:45 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$274

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/13

4:02 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops51h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

8:21 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop20h 27m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from North Carolina with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Iowa

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa (average of $186). Flying from North Carolina to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 IA?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from North Carolina to Iowa by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to Iowa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North Carolina to Iowa. Price data was last updated on May 11, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to Iowa flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from North Carolina to Iowa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to Iowa?

    A quick flight from North Carolina to Iowa can take about 5h 12m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $269. Airlines will cover a distance of 808 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from North Carolina to Iowa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina to Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa (average of $186). Flying from North Carolina to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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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Alternative routes for North Carolina to Iowa

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Top 4 airlines flying from North Carolina to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina to Iowa. 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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