$109+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Raleigh (DSM - RDU)
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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Raleigh
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 April 11, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $271 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $109 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $361 |
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Raleigh
Cheapest flights from Des Moines to RaleighExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
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Return
Price
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Tue 5/13
8:07 am-1:45 pm
1 stop4h 38m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 5/21
6:30 am-10:30 am
1 stop5h 00m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Fri 5/30
4:18 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop5h 27m
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 6/4
1:05 pm-7:06 pm
1 stop7h 01m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Wed 7/9
7:07 am-2:02 pm
1 stop5h 55m
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 7/19
5:54 pm-11:49 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Fri 6/6
8:35 am-2:58 pm
1 stop5h 23m
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 6/9
5:45 pm-2:48 pm
2 stops22h 03m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Tue 5/13
6:40 am-4:35 pm
2 stops8h 55m
Raleigh-Durham
Tue 5/20
6:50 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop4h 15m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Mon 6/2
8:35 am-2:58 pm
1 stop5h 23m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Fri 4/18
8:17 pm-4:24 pm
1 stop19h 07m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Tue 5/20
10:59 am-6:10 pm
1 stop6h 11m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Sat 4/19
12:49 pm-10:09 pm
1 stop8h 20m
Des MoinesRaleigh
DSM - RDU
DSMRDU
Des Moines
Sat 5/17
5:45 am-5:41 pm
2 stops10h 56m
Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Raleigh
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Raleigh in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Raleigh 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 Des Moines-Raleigh 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 Des Moines to Raleigh
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Raleigh
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Raleigh?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Raleigh is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Raleigh?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Des Moines to Raleigh 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 DSM to RDU?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Des Moines to Raleigh by exploring options for tickets in the morning.
Rainfall in Raleigh by month
Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh 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 Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.
Temperature in Raleigh by month
Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
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Ila,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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Ila,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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Ila,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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Ila,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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Ila,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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Ila,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Raleigh
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Raleigh. 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 11, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$245 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$261 | Average$355 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$391 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$312 | Average$431 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |