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$81+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Iowa

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
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(Frontier)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$447

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$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$410 or less
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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 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.
Sun 4/610:31 pmCLT - DSM
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
Fri 4/118:17 pmDSM - CLT
1 stop21h 40mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$180
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.
Sat 5/35:06 pmCLT - OMA
1 stop27h 56mFrontier
Mon 5/59:02 pmOMA - CLT
1 stop18h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$190
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1812:50 pmRDU - MLI
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/2612:40 pmMLI - RDU
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$199
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:08 amRDU - CID
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Wed 3/264:19 pmCID - RDU
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Deal found 2/19$237
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.
Wed 3/2612:11 pmCLT - DSM
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/312:07 pmDSM - CLT
Nonstop2h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$243
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:14 pmILM - CID
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/56:45 amCID - ILM
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$259
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.
Fri 3/286:52 pmILM - DSM
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Sun 3/308:50 amDSM - ILM
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Deal found 2/20$259
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/210:16 pmRDU - OMA
1 stop11h 27mFrontier
Mon 3/109:28 amOMA - RDU
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$260
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.
Thu 4/36:00 amCLT - DSM
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Tue 4/810:22 amDSM - CLT
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 2/20$263
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/55:30 pmRDU - CID
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/128:14 amCID - RDU
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$269
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Sun 4/66:00 amRDU - CID
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/136:00 amCID - RDU
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$283

Find flights from North Carolina to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina to Iowa 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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North Carolina

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

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

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 4/6

10:31 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop21h 48m

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

8:17 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$180

CharlotteOmaha

CLT - OMA

CLTOMA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/3

5:06 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop27h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/5

9:02 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop18h 03m

$190

RaleighMoline

RDU - MLI

RDUMLI

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

12:50 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 3/26

12:40 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$199

RaleighCedar Rapids

RDU - CID

RDUCID

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

6:08 am-11:22 am

1 stop6h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 3/26

4:19 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$237

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 3/26

12:11 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 3/31

2:07 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$243

WilmingtonDes Moines

ILM - DSM

ILMDSM

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 3/28

6:52 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Sun 3/30

8:50 am-4:09 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$259

WilmingtonCedar Rapids

ILM - CID

ILMCID

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/2

6:14 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 5/5

6:45 am-12:17 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$259

RaleighOmaha

RDU - OMA

RDUOMA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/2

10:16 pm-8:43 am

1 stop11h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/10

9:28 am-9:16 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$260

CharlotteDes Moines

CLT - DSM

CLTDSM

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

Des Moines

Tue 4/8

10:22 am-3:59 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from North Carolina to Iowa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from North Carolina to Iowa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 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 Iowa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Iowa

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Iowa. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to USIA 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 Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa 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 Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from North Carolina to Iowa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $81. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Allegiant Air, as they are both options that can get you from North Carolina to Iowa for a low price.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from North Carolina to Iowa 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 5 airlines flying from North Carolina to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina to Iowa. 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$148Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$155Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$159Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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