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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Des Moines from $105

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Frontier Logo
12:26 pm - 1:31 pm
RDU
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DSM
26h 05m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 11:31 am
DSM
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RDU
20h 15m
1 stop
$181Frontier
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:17 pm - 8:53 am
RDU
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DSM
19h 36m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 10:56 am
DSM
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RDU
26h 26m
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$234Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Sun, May 31
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6:35 pm - 2:00 pm
RDU
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DSM
20h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:57 pm - 2:39 pm
DSM
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RDU
21h 42m
2 stops
$241Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
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6:35 pm - 2:00 pm
RDU
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DSM
20h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:57 pm - 2:12 pm
DSM
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RDU
21h 15m
1 stop
$258Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
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6:10 am - 10:06 pm
RDU
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DSM
16h 56m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 9:00 am
DSM
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RDU
21h 00m
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$259Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sat, May 2
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2:17 pm - 8:53 am
RDU
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DSM
19h 36m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
3:57 pm - 2:12 pm
DSM
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RDU
21h 15m
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$262Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 1
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2:17 pm - 8:53 am
RDU
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DSM
19h 36m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 9:21 am
DSM
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RDU
18h 05m
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$266Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 1
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3:24 pm - 12:59 pm
RDU
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DSM
22h 35m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 10:56 am
DSM
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RDU
26h 26m
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$274Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 26 - Sun, May 31
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3:24 pm - 12:59 pm
RDU
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DSM
22h 35m
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7:30 am - 10:56 am
DSM
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26h 26m
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$284Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 26 - Sun, May 31
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6:35 pm - 2:00 pm
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DSM
20h 25m
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2:16 pm - 4:53 pm
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RDU
25h 37m
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$286Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

American Airlines flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 20
RDU5:45 amRaleigh-Durham
6h 45m
1 stop
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
Apr 22
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
6h 03m
1 stop
RDU1:03 pmRaleigh-Durham
$379
American Airlines
Apr 19
RDU5:05 amRaleigh-Durham
9h 41m
2 stops
DSM1:46 pmDes Moines
Apr 27
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
8h 42m
2 stops
RDU11:58 pmRaleigh-Durham
$477
American Airlines
Apr 17
RDU5:45 amRaleigh-Durham
5h 41m
1 stop
DSM10:26 amDes Moines
Apr 23
DSM8:56 amDes Moines
5h 18m
1 stop
RDU3:14 pmRaleigh-Durham
$647

Delta flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
May 26
RDU5:20 amRaleigh-Durham
6h 48m
1 stop
DSM11:08 amDes Moines
Jun 1
DSM6:41 pmDes Moines
4h 35m
1 stop
RDU12:16 amRaleigh-Durham
$289
Delta
May 31
RDU5:20 amRaleigh-Durham
6h 48m
1 stop
DSM11:08 amDes Moines
Jun 8
DSM5:34 pmDes Moines
4h 54m
1 stop
RDU11:28 pmRaleigh-Durham
$357
Delta
Apr 19
RDU5:18 amRaleigh-Durham
6h 47m
1 stop
DSM11:05 amDes Moines
Apr 27
DSM2:44 pmDes Moines
6h 27m
1 stop
RDU10:11 pmRaleigh-Durham
$397

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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

12:26 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

2:16 pm-11:31 am

1 stop20h 15m

$181

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/27

2:17 pm-8:53 am

1 stop19h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 5/31

7:30 am-10:56 am

1 stop26h 26m

$234

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

6:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

3:57 pm-2:39 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$241

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

6:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

3:57 pm-2:12 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$258

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/30

6:10 am-10:06 pm

2 stops16h 56m

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

11:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop21h 00m

$259

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/27

2:17 pm-8:53 am

1 stop19h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

3:57 pm-2:12 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$262
Quickest round-trip

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/27

2:17 pm-8:53 am

1 stop19h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

2:16 pm-9:21 am

2 stops18h 05m

$266

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/26

3:24 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 5/31

7:30 am-10:56 am

1 stop26h 26m

$274

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/26

3:24 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 5/31

7:30 am-10:56 am

1 stop26h 26m

$284

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/28

6:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

2:16 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops25h 37m

$286

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Raleigh and Des Moines?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in December, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Des Moines during January average around $346.

How have Raleigh to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Raleigh to Des Moines flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Raleigh to Des Moines (RDU to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

4h 44m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Raleigh to Des Moines takes 4h 44m
There are no direct flights from Raleigh to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Raleigh to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Raleigh to Des Moines

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

    There are 900.4 mi between Raleigh-Durham and Des Moines. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 44m.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines 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 Raleigh to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from Raleigh to Des Moines

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SouthwestPriceFrom $278Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,341 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $283Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,386 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $292Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,555 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $370Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,545 reviews
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