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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Des Moines from $85

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3:08 pm - 11:06 pm
RDU
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DSM
8h 58m
1 stop
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7:27 pm - 4:15 pm
DSM
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RDU
19h 48m
2 stops
$246Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
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9:25 pm - 11:12 pm
RDU
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DSM
26h 47m
2 stops
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7:45 pm - 4:16 pm
DSM
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RDU
19h 31m
1 stop
$260Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
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3:08 pm - 11:06 pm
RDU
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DSM
8h 58m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
7:27 pm - 4:16 pm
DSM
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RDU
19h 49m
1 stop
$276Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
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5:56 pm - 10:11 pm
RDU
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DSM
5h 15m
1 stop
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6:07 am - 1:08 pm
DSM
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RDU
6h 01m
1 stop
$309American Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 5
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6:40 pm - 10:10 pm
RDU
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DSM
4h 30m
1 stop
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5:30 am - 1:05 pm
DSM
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RDU
6h 35m
2 stops
$314Southwest
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
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6:10 am - 2:05 pm
RDU
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DSM
8h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 5:15 pm
DSM
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RDU
10h 45m
2 stops
$320Southwest
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
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5:15 am - 11:19 am
RDU
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DSM
7h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 6:03 pm
DSM
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RDU
6h 06m
1 stop
$348Delta
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
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4:47 pm - 10:20 pm
RDU
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DSM
6h 33m
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3:24 pm - 8:56 pm
DSM
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RDU
4h 32m
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$379United Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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6:15 am - 2:27 pm
RDU
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DSM
9h 12m
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3:24 pm - 8:56 pm
DSM
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RDU
4h 32m
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$384United Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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6:15 am - 10:55 am
RDU
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DSM
5h 40m
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5:10 am - 4:45 pm
DSM
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RDU
10h 35m
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$385Southwest
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1

Southwest flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 7
RDU6:40 pmRaleigh-Durham
4h 30m
1 stop
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
Apr 21
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 35m
2 stops
RDU1:05 pmRaleigh-Durham
$314
Southwest
Apr 7
RDU6:10 amRaleigh-Durham
8h 55m
2 stops
DSM2:05 pmDes Moines
Apr 21
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
10h 45m
2 stops
RDU5:15 pmRaleigh-Durham
$320
Southwest
Feb 26
RDU6:15 amRaleigh-Durham
5h 40m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
Mar 1
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
10h 35m
2 stops
RDU4:45 pmRaleigh-Durham
$385

Delta flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Feb 18
RDU5:15 amRaleigh-Durham
7h 04m
1 stop
DSM11:19 amDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM10:57 amDes Moines
6h 06m
1 stop
RDU6:03 pmRaleigh-Durham
$348
Delta
Jan 25
RDU1:13 pmRaleigh-Durham
4h 55m
1 stop
DSM5:08 pmDes Moines
Jan 28
DSM4:21 pmDes Moines
6h 28m
1 stop
RDU11:49 pmRaleigh-Durham
$602

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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 January 13, 2026.
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Price

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

3:08 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops19h 48m

$246

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

9:25 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops26h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

7:45 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop19h 31m

$260

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

3:08 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop19h 49m

$276

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/2

5:56 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:07 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$309

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/7

6:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

5:30 am-1:05 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$314

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/7

6:10 am-2:05 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

5:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$320

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

5:15 am-11:19 am

1 stop7h 04m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

10:57 am-6:03 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$348

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

4:47 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$379

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

6:15 am-2:27 pm

2 stops9h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$384

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

6:15 am-10:55 am

2 stops5h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

5:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$385

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

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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 August is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Des Moines during August average around $346.

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 $409 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 $322 on momondo.

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

As of January 2026, prices for Raleigh to Des Moines flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

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 35m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Raleigh to Des Moines takes 4h 35m
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 35m.

  • 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 $283Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,040 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $292Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,257 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $293Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,118 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $320Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,156 reviews
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