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$78+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$156
(Frontier)

One-way from

$78
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$429
From Raleigh-Durham to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:10 amRDU - OMA
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
Mon 11/311:29 amOMA - RDU
1 stop10h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$156
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/95:21 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop27h 45mFrontier
Fri 11/1411:29 amOMA - RDU
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$168
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:49 pmRDU - SUX
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/197:45 amSUX - RDU
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:33 amRDU - CID
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/154:16 pmCID - RDU
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:23 pmRDU - MLI
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Mon 11/35:00 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 9/16$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/152:14 pmRDU - DSM
2 stops20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/162:32 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 11/96:00 amRDU - OMA
2 stops39h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/147:04 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/77:15 pmRDU - CID
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/101:32 pmCID - RDU
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/24:32 pmRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/56:38 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/23:15 pmRDU - CID
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/56:47 amCID - RDU
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:06 amRDU - DSM
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/28:47 pmDSM - RDU
2 stops35h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:36 amRDU - CID
2 stops9h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/56:47 amCID - RDU
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$264

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Iowa that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/10

6:15 am-10:56 am

1 stop5h 41m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/13

11:51 am-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$156

RaleighSioux City

RDU - SUX

RDUSUX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/8

4:49 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Wed 11/19

7:45 am-2:08 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$244

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 42m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/3

4:21 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$249

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 11/7

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 11/11

6:17 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 16m

$249

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/13

5:20 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/3

4:21 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$249

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/31

5:23 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 11/3

5:00 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 17m

$249

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

9:06 am-2:01 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

8:47 pm-9:33 am

2 stops35h 46m

$259

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/1

10:36 am-7:07 pm

2 stops9h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/5

6:47 am-12:45 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$264

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/9

10:35 am-8:30 am

2 stops22h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

6:30 am-7:12 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$273

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/8

6:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/12

6:39 pm-12:02 am

1 stop4h 23m

$274

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Raleigh to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 RDU to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 September 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to Iowa as you normally would.

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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Iowa, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Iowa. 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 from for flights from Raleigh to Iowa?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to Iowa. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Iowa?

    A quick flight from Raleigh to Iowa can take about 5h 41m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $156. Airlines will cover a distance of 994 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh 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 American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Iowa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to Iowa?

    While some choose either Raleigh-Durham - Omaha Eppley Airfield or Raleigh-Durham - Cedar Rapids, Raleigh-Durham - Des Moines is the most popular route from Raleigh to Iowa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Raleigh to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Raleigh to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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