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$129+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Charleston (DSM - CHS)

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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CHS
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Charleston are usually found in September or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Charleston (CHS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$218
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$129
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/101:32 pmDSM - CHS
3 stops23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:48 amCHS - DSM
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/116:20 amDSM - CHS
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Fri 3/146:00 amCHS - DSM
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/20$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/113:23 pmDSM - CHS
2 stops7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/1512:49 pmCHS - DSM
2 stops5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 9/257:00 amDSM - CHS
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Sat 9/276:00 amCHS - DSM
2 stops15h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/125:45 amDSM - CHS
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/156:10 amCHS - DSM
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$493

Find flights from Des Moines to Charleston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Charleston 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 February 20, 2025.

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Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

1:32 pm-2:04 pm

3 stops23h 32m

Charleston

Wed 3/12

10:48 am-5:33 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$218

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

6:20 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Charleston

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$257

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

3:23 pm-12:07 am

2 stops7h 44m

Charleston

Sat 3/15

12:49 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops5h 57m

$267

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

6:40 am-6:20 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Charleston

Mon 4/28

5:50 am-11:20 am

2 stops6h 30m

$457

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Wed 3/12

5:45 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Charleston

Sat 3/15

6:10 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 12m

$493

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

5:45 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$129

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Sat 3/8

4:20 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$149

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

2:06 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$184

Des MoinesCharleston

DSM - CHS

DSMCHS

Des Moines

Wed 3/12

6:30 am-11:20 am

2 stops27h 50m

$245

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Deals found on 2/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Charleston in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Charleston flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Charleston

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Charleston

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Charleston including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Charleston. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Charleston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Charleston?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Des Moines to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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.

Rainfall in Charleston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charleston ranges from 2.4 - 7.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.2 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Charleston when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Charleston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charleston, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charleston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charleston. 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 Charleston. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Charleston round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Charleston, with prices starting at $257. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $267 and $327, respectively. Delta is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Charleston one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $129. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Charleston for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Charleston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Charleston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Charleston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Charleston 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 Des Moines to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Des Moines to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Charleston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Charleston. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$280Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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