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$81+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Des Moines (CLT - DSM)

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — DSM
2月 26 — 3月 51
水 2/26
水 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Des Moines are usually found in March or September, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 2月 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$410 or less
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2月 21, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
日 4/610:31 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
金 4/118:17 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop21h 40mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
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.
水 3/2612:11 pmCLT - DSM
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
月 3/312:07 pmDSM - CLT
Nonstop2h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$243
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.
木 4/36:00 amCLT - DSM
1 stop5h 37mDelta
火 4/810:22 amDSM - CLT
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 2/20$263
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
木 4/36:36 amCLT - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
月 4/73:34 pmDSM - CLT
2 stops7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$339
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.
日 3/911:45 amCLT - DSM
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
木 3/131:41 pmDSM - CLT
2 stops32h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$409
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火 7/2912:30 pmCLT - DSM
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
月 8/46:25 amDSM - CLT
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$411

Find flights from Charlotte to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to Des Moines 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 2月 21, 2025.

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Charlotte

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

日 4/6

10:31 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop21h 48m

Des Moines

金 4/11

8:17 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$180

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

水 3/26

12:11 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Des Moines

月 3/31

2:07 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$243

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

木 4/3

6:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

Des Moines

火 4/8

10:22 am-3:59 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$263

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

木 4/3

6:36 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

月 4/7

3:34 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$339

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

日 3/9

11:45 am-11:15 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Des Moines

木 3/13

1:41 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops32h 42m

$409

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

火 7/29

12:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Des Moines

月 8/4

6:25 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$411

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

月 3/17

8:08 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$81

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

火 3/18

12:11 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$127

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

火 3/18

4:54 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$132

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

木 3/13

6:12 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$139

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Charlotte to Des Moines in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Charlotte-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-Des Moines 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 Charlotte-Des Moines 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 Charlotte to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Charlotte to Des Moines

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charlotte to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Charlotte to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 CLT to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2月 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charlotte to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 2月 21, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated 2月 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,354 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to Des Moines?

    If you wish to fly to Des Moines from Charlotte, then you need to book flights from Charlotte Douglas to Des Moines. There are 2 flights from Douglas (CLT) to Des Moines (DSM) per day to choose from. Flights to Des Moines from Douglas are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 28m is how long a nonstop flight from Charlotte to Des Moines typically takes.

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

    Currently priced at $180, Frontier will fly you from Charlotte to Des Moines and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $243 and $263, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $127 and $132 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Des Moines?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charlotte to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $422, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $257. The most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - Des Moines), is priced around $230.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Charlotte to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Charlotte to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to Des Moines. 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 2月 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$159Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$412Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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