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$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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/315:01 amRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:47 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$275
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/251:57 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop20h 57mFrontier
Mon 1/54:35 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$292
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2112:17 pmCLT - OMA
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Mon 12/2211:11 amOMA - CLT
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/315:11 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/56:15 amOMA - RDU
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/299:38 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop26h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/56:35 amDSM - CLT
1 stop27h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:37 amRDU - DSM
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:26 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/295:01 amRDU - DSM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/71:16 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:56 pmRDU - CID
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Mon 12/225:47 amCID - RDU
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 12/17$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/257:00 amRDU - OMA
2 stops7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/51:58 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/209:34 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/105:58 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop14h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$381
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/219:38 pmCLT - DSM
2 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1211:09 amDSM - CLT
2 stops22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$382
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:00 amRDU - OMA
1 stop10h 35mFrontier
Fri 12/264:35 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$382

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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$187
(WAYA)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$397 or less

Good one-way deal

$478 or less
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Iowa that are best for you.

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RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/9

10:20 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/12

6:08 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 04m

$187

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

6:10 am-5:19 pm

1 stop12h 09m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/26

6:14 pm-12:11 am

1 stop4h 57m

$197

CharlotteCedar Rapids

CLT - CID

CLTCID

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 1/6

5:38 pm-8:26 am

2 stops39h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/12

9:15 am-12:40 am

1 stop14h 25m

$215

CharlotteCedar Rapids

CLT - CID

CLTCID

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/8

1:24 pm-8:25 am

1 stop20h 01m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/10

10:52 am-10:17 am

1 stop22h 25m

$218

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/7

8:14 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops17h 02m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/11

1:11 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$221

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

1:29 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$235

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/8

9:06 am-10:46 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

11:09 am-10:55 am

2 stops22h 46m

$237

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-11:54 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$239

CharlotteCedar Rapids

CLT - CID

CLTCID

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/8

1:27 pm-8:25 am

2 stops19h 58m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/9

7:29 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$240

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 2/18

5:55 am-2:19 pm

2 stops33h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-8:26 am

1 stop15h 54m

$242

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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 $259). 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from North Carolina to Iowa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to Iowa flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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 December 18, 2025.
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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 07m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $235. Airlines will cover a distance of 994 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 Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $92. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, 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 $259). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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