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$100+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Durham, NC

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DSM — RDU
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
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Round-trip from

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(American Airlines)

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May

Average price

$361
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/243:25 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/74:25 pmRDU - MLI
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/33:45 pmCID - RDU
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/56:18 pmRDU - CID
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 5/104:11 pmCID - RDU
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Fri 5/167:05 pmRDU - CID
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/1$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 7/26:20 amOMA - RDU
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/56:04 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/3012:48 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/47:20 amRDU - DSM
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$284
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/108:26 pmCID - RDU
1 stop18h 58mFrontier
Sat 4/125:20 pmRDU - CID
1 stop27h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/33:15 pmCID - RDU
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/46:30 amRDU - CID
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/163:50 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/206:05 amRDU - MLI
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/13:59 pmDSM - RDU
2 stops30h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/511:45 amRDU - DSM
1 stop11h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/13:31 pmOMA - RDU
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/510:35 amRDU - OMA
2 stops8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/248:00 amDSM - RDU
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/286:05 amRDU - DSM
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$318
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 6/58:08 pmCID - RDU
2 stops25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/910:17 amRDU - CID
1 stop8h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$322

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Durham 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 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Durham that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Durham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MolineRaleigh

MLI - RDU

MLIRDU

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/24

3:25 pm-12:51 am

1 stop8h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/7

4:25 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$199

Cedar RapidsRaleigh

CID - RDU

CIDRDU

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/3

3:45 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

6:18 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$224

Cedar RapidsRaleigh

CID - RDU

CIDRDU

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/10

4:11 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

7:05 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$253

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

12:48 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

7:20 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 53m

$284

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/23

5:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$287

Cedar RapidsRaleigh

CID - RDU

CIDRDU

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/3

3:15 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

6:30 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 06m

$294

MolineRaleigh

MLI - RDU

MLIRDU

Moline Quad-City

Wed 4/16

3:50 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/20

6:05 am-10:12 am

1 stop5h 07m

$299

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 5/1

3:59 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops30h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

11:45 am-9:58 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$306

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/1

3:31 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

10:35 am-5:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$308

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

8:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/28

6:05 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 35m

$318

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Durham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Durham

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Iowa to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Durham, 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 Durham by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham 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 Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Durham by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durham, 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 Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa to Durham by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Durham are American Airlines ($100), Frontier ($106), and Delta ($129).

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

    While some choose either Cedar Rapids - Raleigh-Durham or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Raleigh-Durham, Des Moines - Raleigh-Durham is the most popular route from Iowa to Durham.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Iowa to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Durham

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Durham. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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