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$126+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DSM
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Des Moines

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$202
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$126
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$443

Good round-trip deal

$386 or less

Good one-way deal

$205 or less
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/164:32 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1812:32 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/2411:43 amTYS - DSM
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/257:20 amDSM - TYS
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/26:06 pmGSO - DSM
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/85:00 amDSM - GSO
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/217:57 pmAVL - DSM
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/257:20 amDSM - AVL
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 7/26:45 amGSO - DSM
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Tue 7/810:55 amDSM - GSO
2 stops11h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/17$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 6/53:55 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/98:35 amDSM - RDU
1 stop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/247:47 pmILM - DSM
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/285:00 amDSM - ILM
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/14:14 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/53:20 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/12:45 pmAVL - DSM
1 stop9h 11mAllegiant Air
Mon 5/53:53 pmDSM - AVL
1 stop6h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/16$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/146:19 amRDU - DSM
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/211:12 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/2711:26 amTYS - DSM
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Mon 6/306:10 amDSM - TYS
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/17$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 6/117:55 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Wed 6/185:35 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$284

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/16

4:32 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

12:32 pm-3:37 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$202

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

11:43 am-3:26 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

7:20 am-5:21 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$224

GreensboroDes Moines

GSO - DSM

GSODSM

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 7/2

6:06 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

5:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$224

AshevilleDes Moines

AVL - DSM

AVLDSM

Asheville Regional

Wed 5/21

7:57 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

7:20 am-4:56 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$249

GreensboroDes Moines

GSO - DSM

GSODSM

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 7/2

6:45 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

10:55 am-10:58 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$254

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/5

3:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

8:35 am-2:58 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$256

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/1

4:14 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

3:20 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$259

WilmingtonDes Moines

ILM - DSM

ILMDSM

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 7/24

7:47 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 7/28

5:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 33m

$259

AshevilleDes Moines

AVL - DSM

AVLDSM

Asheville Regional

Thu 5/1

2:45 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

3:53 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$261

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

6:19 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Des Moines

Wed 5/21

1:12 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Des Moines

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 April 17, 2025.

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

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 April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from North Carolina to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from North Carolina to Des Moines.

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

    $126 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Allegiant Air and American Airlines, with prices starting from $140 and $149, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from North Carolina to Des Moines consider Charlotte Douglas - Des Moines, Wilmington New Hanover County - Des Moines or Raleigh-Durham - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Des Moines?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$227Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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