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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Raleigh from $85

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2:56 pm - 10:16 amDSM-RDU
18h 20m2 stops
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9:58 am - 2:58 pmRDU-DSM
30h 00m1 stop
$220Multiple Airlines
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jue., dic. 4 - dom., dic. 7
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1:56 pm - 12:12 amDSM-RDU
9h 16m2 stops
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9:58 am - 2:58 pmRDU-DSM
30h 00m1 stop
$236Multiple Airlines
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vie., dic. 5 - dom., dic. 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:36 pmDSM-RDU
8h 36m1 stop
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3:04 pm - 8:04 pmRDU-DSM
6h 00m1 stop
$312American Airlines
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mar., dic. 9 - mar., dic. 16
American Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 9:53 pmDSM-RDU
6h 38m1 stop
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9:11 am - 1:29 pmRDU-DSM
5h 18m1 stop
$317American Airlines
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mar., nov. 25 - mié., nov. 26
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 11:31 pmDSM-RDU
4h 36m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 10:38 amRDU-DSM
5h 08m1 stop
$324Delta
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mié., dic. 24 - dom., ene. 4
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11:26 am - 5:23 pmDSM-RDU
4h 57m1 stop
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5:26 pm - 9:37 pmRDU-DSM
5h 11m1 stop
$350United Airlines
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vie., nov. 28 - jue., dic. 4
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 4:30 pmDSM-RDU
9h 15m2 stops
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6:10 am - 11:00 amRDU-DSM
5h 50m2 stops
$370Southwest
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jue., dic. 4 - dom., dic. 7
United Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 11:44 pmDSM-RDU
7h 27m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 10:29 pmRDU-DSM
6h 41m1 stop
$388United Airlines
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mar., dic. 9 - mar., dic. 16
Southwest Logo
6:50 pm - 11:25 pmDSM-RDU
3h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 11:00 amRDU-DSM
6h 25m2 stops
$395Southwest
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lun., dic. 29 - lun., ene. 5
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 9:33 amDSM-RDU
15h 08m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:22 amRDU-DSM
5h 22m1 stop
$408Delta
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mar., mar. 3 - jue., mar. 5

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Raleigh

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Raleigh flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 9
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
8h 36m
1 stop
RDU2:36 pmRaleigh-Durham
Dec 16
RDU3:04 pmRaleigh-Durham
6h 00m
1 stop
DSM8:04 pmDes Moines
$312
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American Airlines
Nov 25
DSM2:15 pmDes Moines
6h 38m
1 stop
RDU9:53 pmRaleigh-Durham
Nov 26
RDU9:11 amRaleigh-Durham
5h 18m
1 stop
DSM1:29 pmDes Moines
$317
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American Airlines
Nov 25
DSM1:06 pmDes Moines
6h 13m
1 stop
RDU8:19 pmRaleigh-Durham
Nov 28
RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham
7h 36m
1 stop
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
$352
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Raleigh

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Raleigh flight tickets
Delta
Dec 24
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
4h 36m
1 stop
RDU11:31 pmRaleigh-Durham
Jan 4
RDU6:30 amRaleigh-Durham
5h 08m
1 stop
DSM10:38 amDes Moines
$324
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Delta
Mar 3
DSM5:25 pmDes Moines
15h 08m
2 stops
RDU9:33 amRaleigh-Durham
Mar 5
RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham
5h 22m
1 stop
DSM10:22 amDes Moines
$408
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Delta
Dec 23
DSM5:21 pmDes Moines
5h 10m
1 stop
RDU11:31 pmRaleigh-Durham
Dec 28
RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham
6h 28m
1 stop
DSM11:28 amDes Moines
$422
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Raleigh 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated octubre 29, 2025.
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Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

jue. 12/4

2:56 pm-10:16 am

2 stops18h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 12/7

9:58 am-2:58 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$220

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

vie. 12/5

1:56 pm-12:12 am

2 stops9h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 12/7

9:58 am-2:58 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$236

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

mar. 12/9

5:00 am-2:36 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 12/16

3:04 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$312

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

mar. 11/25

2:15 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 11/26

9:11 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$317

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

mié. 12/24

5:55 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 1/4

6:30 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 08m

$324

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

vie. 11/28

11:26 am-5:23 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 12/4

5:26 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$350

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

jue. 12/4

6:15 am-4:30 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 12/7

6:10 am-11:00 am

2 stops5h 50m

$370

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

mar. 12/9

3:17 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 12/16

4:48 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$388

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

lun. 12/29

6:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 1/5

5:35 am-11:00 am

2 stops6h 25m

$395

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

mar. 3/3

5:25 pm-9:33 am

2 stops15h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 3/5

6:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$408

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Raleigh

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Raleigh?

The cheapest month to fly to Raleigh from Des Moines is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $318, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Raleigh during the month of September, then departing from Des Moines during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $330.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Raleigh?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Raleigh is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $327. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $461. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Raleigh.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Raleigh?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Raleigh when you can find flight prices for as low as $352. Flying to Raleigh in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Raleigh is in the afternoon when prices are around $382.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Raleigh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Raleigh from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Raleigh for around $369 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Raleigh from Des Moines for as low as $288 on momondo.

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  • How far is Des Moines to Raleigh-Durham by plane?

    There are 900.4 mi between Des Moines and Raleigh-Durham. Typically, this will take 3h 35m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Raleigh-Durham Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Raleigh-Durham Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Raleigh?

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SouthwestPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,992 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,032 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,999 reviews
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