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$86+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Des Moines (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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Durham to Des Moines are usually found in January or September, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Des Moines

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Round-trip from

$140
(Frontier)

One-way from

$86
(Booking.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$399
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/910:16 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop20h 41mFrontier
Tue 3/187:48 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop17h 22mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$140
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.
Tue 4/156:50 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Tue 4/225:40 amDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$297
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.
Thu 3/69:34 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:32 pmDSM - RDU
3 stops29h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$350
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.
Sat 5/2411:44 amRDU - DSM
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/312:01 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$367
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.
Sat 5/246:15 amRDU - DSM
2 stops11h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/316:07 amDSM - RDU
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$443

Find flights from Durham to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 February 21, 2025.

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Durham

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Des Moines

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Depart

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Price

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/9

10:16 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop20h 41m

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

7:48 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$140

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/15

6:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

5:40 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 25m

$297

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/6

9:34 pm-2:59 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

1:32 pm-8:29 pm

3 stops29h 57m

$350

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/24

11:44 am-4:37 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

2:01 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$367

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/24

6:15 am-4:18 pm

2 stops11h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

6:07 am-4:08 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$443

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

1:47 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$86

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 25m

$154

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/21

5:45 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 56m

$220

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

8:08 pm-2:32 pm

3 stops19h 24m

$415

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Deals found on 2/19

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Travel insights for flights from Durham to Des Moines

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durham to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 52 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 Durham to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 February 21, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durham to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,213 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,353 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Durham?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Durham, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Durham to Des Moines per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $86. Southwest flights start at $154 while deals on Delta start at $220 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Durham 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 Durham to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 February 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$227Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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