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$70+ 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
4月 28 — 5月 51
火 4/28
火 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Iowa

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 3月 29, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
土 5/912:26 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
水 5/138:19 pm
OMA
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RDU
1 stop14h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
金 4/176:10 am
RDU
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OMA
1 stop9h 59m
Frontier
日 4/198:58 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop23h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
木 4/169:37 pm
RDU
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CID
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
月 4/206:45 pm
CID
-
RDU
2 stops21h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$189
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
木 4/169:49 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop23h 15m
Frontier
日 4/198:58 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop23h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
日 4/269:49 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop23h 24m
Frontier
日 5/38:58 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop20h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$192
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
土 5/912:26 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
土 5/168:19 pm
OMA
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RDU
1 stop14h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
金 4/106:00 am
RDU
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OMA
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
日 4/128:59 pm
OMA
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RDU
1 stop19h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$212
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
水 5/1312:26 pm
RDU
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OMA
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
木 5/218:19 pm
OMA
-
RDU
1 stop14h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
水 6/35:40 am
RDU
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DSM
1 stop9h 25m
Southwest
火 6/93:45 pm
DSM
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RDU
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
水 6/36:10 am
RDU
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OMA
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
火 6/91:10 pm
OMA
-
RDU
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
金 5/296:15 am
RDU
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DSM
2 stops18h 09m
Multiple Airlines
月 6/12:16 pm
DSM
-
RDU
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
火 5/512:26 pm
RDU
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DSM
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
木 5/77:45 am
DSM
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RDU
1 stop8h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$244

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated 3月 29, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(Expedia)

One-way from

$70
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$441
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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 3月 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Iowa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

火 5/5

3:02 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops9h 22m

Des Moines

土 5/23

5:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

$265

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

月 6/8

6:15 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

木 6/11

5:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$283

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

金 5/29

5:20 am-11:08 am

1 stop6h 48m

Des Moines

月 6/1

6:41 pm-12:16 am

1 stop4h 35m

$306

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

金 5/29

7:59 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 34m

Des Moines

月 6/1

5:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$306

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

月 4/20

5:25 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

金 4/24

6:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$306

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

土 5/9

6:00 am-2:24 pm

2 stops9h 24m

Des Moines

土 5/9

7:05 pm-12:50 am

1 stop4h 45m

$312

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

水 4/15

6:00 am-12:47 pm

2 stops7h 47m

Cedar Rapids

水 5/13

6:30 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$320

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

金 4/24

10:07 am-2:19 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

金 5/1

5:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$329

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

火 5/12

3:50 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Des Moines

金 5/15

5:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$332

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

火 4/21

6:00 am-12:29 pm

2 stops7h 29m

Des Moines

木 4/23

3:31 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$333

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Iowa (average of $186). Flying from Raleigh to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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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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 3月 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Iowa, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,359 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,521 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 6h 48m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $306. Airlines will cover a distance of 890 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, 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 - Cedar Rapids or Raleigh-Durham - Des Moines, Raleigh-Durham - Omaha Eppley Airfield 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Iowa (average of $186). Flying from Raleigh to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 3月 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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