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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Des Moines from $130

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6:47 pm - 7:14 pm
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DSM
25h 27m
1 stop
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8:14 pm - 6:02 pm
DSM
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RDU
20h 48m
1 stop
$184Frontier
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
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6:47 pm - 7:14 pm
RDU
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DSM
25h 27m
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8:14 pm - 3:04 pm
DSM
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RDU
17h 50m
2 stops
$216Frontier
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
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10:38 pm - 10:05 am
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DSM
12h 27m
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10:40 am - 9:53 pm
DSM
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RDU
10h 13m
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$234Frontier
Sun, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 19
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10:38 pm - 10:05 am
RDU
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DSM
12h 27m
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10:20 am - 9:56 pm
DSM
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RDU
10h 36m
1 stop
$240Frontier
Sun, Mar 15 - Mon, Mar 23
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10:38 pm - 9:36 am
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DSM
11h 58m
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8:30 am - 9:53 pm
DSM
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RDU
12h 23m
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$245Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 19
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10:41 pm - 9:45 am
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DSM
12h 04m
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10:15 am - 9:56 pm
DSM
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RDU
10h 41m
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$250Frontier
Mon, Mar 16 - Fri, Mar 20
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10:38 pm - 9:36 am
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DSM
11h 58m
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10:26 am - 8:27 am
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RDU
21h 01m
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$252Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 21
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10:38 pm - 9:36 am
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DSM
11h 58m
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10:26 am - 8:27 am
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RDU
45h 01m
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$256Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 20
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10:38 pm - 9:36 am
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DSM
11h 58m
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10:26 am - 8:27 am
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21h 01m
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$257Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 21
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10:38 pm - 9:45 am
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12h 07m
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10:15 am - 9:56 pm
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10h 41m
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$260Frontier
Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 20

Frontier flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
Apr 9
RDU6:47 pmRaleigh-Durham
25h 27m
1 stop
DSM7:14 pmDes Moines
Apr 13
DSM8:14 pmDes Moines
20h 48m
1 stop
RDU6:02 pmRaleigh-Durham
$184
Frontier
Apr 9
RDU6:47 pmRaleigh-Durham
25h 27m
1 stop
DSM7:14 pmDes Moines
Apr 13
DSM8:14 pmDes Moines
17h 50m
2 stops
RDU3:04 pmRaleigh-Durham
$216
Frontier
Mar 11
RDU10:38 pmRaleigh-Durham
12h 07m
1 stop
DSM9:45 amDes Moines
Mar 16
DSM11:00 amDes Moines
9h 56m
1 stop
RDU9:56 pmRaleigh-Durham
$226

United Airlines flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 9
RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham
7h 29m
2 stops
DSM12:29 pmDes Moines
Apr 13
DSM3:21 pmDes Moines
7h 23m
2 stops
RDU11:44 pmRaleigh-Durham
$298
United Airlines
Apr 28
RDU3:02 pmRaleigh-Durham
9h 00m
2 stops
DSM11:02 pmDes Moines
Apr 30
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
5h 01m
1 stop
RDU12:16 pmRaleigh-Durham
$307
United Airlines
Apr 28
RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham
7h 29m
2 stops
DSM12:29 pmDes Moines
Apr 30
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
6h 51m
2 stops
RDU2:06 pmRaleigh-Durham
$323

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Des Moines 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 March 3, 2026.
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Price

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/9

6:47 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop25h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

8:14 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop20h 48m

$184

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/9

6:47 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop25h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

8:14 pm-3:04 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$216

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:38 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 27m

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

10:40 am-9:53 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$234

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:38 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

10:20 am-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$240

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:38 pm-9:36 am

1 stop11h 58m

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

8:30 am-9:53 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$245

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/16

10:41 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 04m

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

10:15 am-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$250

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:38 pm-9:36 am

1 stop11h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

10:26 am-8:27 am

2 stops21h 01m

$252

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:38 pm-9:36 am

1 stop11h 58m

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

10:26 am-8:27 am

2 stops45h 01m

$256

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:38 pm-9:36 am

1 stop11h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

10:26 am-8:27 am

2 stops21h 01m

$257

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/14

10:38 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

10:15 am-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$260

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in December, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Des Moines during March average around $342.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Raleigh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $419 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Raleigh for as low as $343 on momondo.

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

As of March 2026, prices for Raleigh to Des Moines flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Raleigh to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

4h 58m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Raleigh to Des Moines takes 4h 58m
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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  • 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 58m.

  • 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?

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DeltaPriceFrom $263Free CancellationRating
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8,242 reviews
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4,302 reviews
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