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$96+ 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$213
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$392 or less
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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 April 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/205:33 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop24h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/226:32 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/303:43 pmRDU - CID
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/24:30 pmCID - RDU
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/235:21 pmRDU - CID
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Sun 5/255:30 amCID - RDU
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/28$243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 6/286:05 amGSO - OMA
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Sat 7/56:15 amOMA - GSO
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/28$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/45:20 amTYS - OMA
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/106:00 amOMA - TYS
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 6/1311:08 amRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Wed 6/185:55 amMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/29$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/269:20 amRDU - OMA
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/23:23 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/164:20 pmRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2411:15 amMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/108:00 amRDU - OMA
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/172:34 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/211:05 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Tue 5/275:50 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/29$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/281:05 pmRDU - DSM
2 stops9h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/48:00 amDSM - RDU
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/57:00 amGSO - OMA
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/76:00 amOMA - GSO
2 stops7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$279

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 6/20

5:33 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop24h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 6/22

6:32 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$213

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

3:43 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/2

4:30 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$224

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/23

5:21 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 5/25

5:30 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 48m

$243

GreensboroOmaha

GSO - OMA

GSOOMA

Greensboro/H. Point

Sat 6/28

6:05 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 7/5

6:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 40m

$248

KnoxvilleOmaha

TYS - OMA

TYSOMA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 6/4

5:20 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$249

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/13

11:08 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 6/18

5:55 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$249

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/26

9:20 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/2

3:23 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$252

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

4:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/24

11:15 am-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$254

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/10

8:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/17

2:34 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$257

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/21

1:05 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

5:50 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from North Carolina to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 April 30, 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 Iowa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from North Carolina to Iowa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $96. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from North Carolina to Iowa for a low price.

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    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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from North Carolina to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$155Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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