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$100+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Raleigh (RDU)

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RDU
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Raleigh

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$100
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$361
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:30 amCID - RDU
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/316:15 amRDU - CID
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$199
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.
Sun 5/255:00 amMLI - RDU
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/318:08 amRDU - MLI
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$199
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/55:15 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Sat 7/511:08 amRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/27$233
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 6/132:51 pmCID - RDU
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/156:18 pmRDU - CID
1 stop6h 39mAmerican 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.
Tue 5/205:46 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Tue 6/33:25 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop5h 28mDelta
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.
Tue 5/135:30 amCID - RDU
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Mon 5/196:47 pmRDU - CID
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/29$259
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/56:30 amMLI - RDU
2 stops9h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/66:30 amRDU - MLI
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$259
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/1511:30 amOMA - RDU
2 stops9h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/176:30 amRDU - OMA
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$262
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/273:38 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/38:00 amRDU - DSM
1 stop9h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$271
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 5/306:35 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Wed 6/45:55 amRDU - DSM
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/29$284
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 6/186:04 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/236:18 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$287
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.
Thu 6/55:58 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/76:18 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$300

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Raleigh 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Raleigh

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Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsRaleigh

CID - RDU

CIDRDU

Cedar Rapids

Thu 5/29

6:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/31

6:15 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 31m

$199

MolineRaleigh

MLI - RDU

MLIRDU

Moline Quad-City

Sun 5/25

5:00 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/31

8:08 am-2:54 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$199

MolineRaleigh

MLI - RDU

MLIRDU

Moline Quad-City

Thu 6/5

5:15 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/5

11:08 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$233

Cedar RapidsRaleigh

CID - RDU

CIDRDU

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/13

2:51 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

6:18 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$249

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/20

5:25 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

5:55 am-9:32 am

1 stop4h 37m

$257

MolineRaleigh

MLI - RDU

MLIRDU

Moline Quad-City

Thu 6/5

6:30 am-4:44 pm

2 stops9h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/6

6:30 am-10:22 am

1 stop4h 52m

$259

Cedar RapidsRaleigh

CID - RDU

CIDRDU

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/13

5:30 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/19

6:47 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$259

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/15

11:30 am-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/17

6:30 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 56m

$262

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

3:38 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/3

8:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$271

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

6:35 pm-12:19 am

1 stop4h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

5:55 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 42m

$284

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Raleigh

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Iowa to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 IA to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Raleigh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to Raleigh, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

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

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $100 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $126 and Frontier from $126 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Raleigh consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Raleigh-Durham, Moline Quad-City - Raleigh-Durham or Des Moines - Raleigh-Durham as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Iowa to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 Iowa to Raleigh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Raleigh. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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