Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Raleigh to Des Moines from $130

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
American Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 11:26 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 7:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 2:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$272Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 4:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$280Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
6:50 pm - 10:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
4h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 5:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
$286Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
4:54 pm - 10:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
6h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$320United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:19 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
5h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 2:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
25h 05m1 stop Philadelphia
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 4:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$338Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 8:25 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
11h 55m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:58 pm - 9:17 amDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
16h 19m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
$342Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
3:48 pm - 10:43 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
7h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 1:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$375American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 23
United Airlines Logo
4:54 pm - 10:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
6h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$380United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

United Airlines flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 16
RDU4:54 pmRaleigh-Durham
6h 36m
1 stop
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
Nov 17
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
6h 57m
1 stop
RDU3:57 pmRaleigh-Durham
$320
United Airlines
Nov 16
RDU4:54 pmRaleigh-Durham
6h 36m
1 stop
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
Nov 17
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
6h 57m
1 stop
RDU3:57 pmRaleigh-Durham
$380
United Airlines
Nov 23
RDU8:05 amRaleigh-Durham
7h 21m
1 stop
DSM2:26 pmDes Moines
Nov 29
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
5h 00m
1 stop
RDU3:00 amRaleigh-Durham
$401

Delta flights from Raleigh to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Raleigh to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Nov 16
RDU12:59 pmRaleigh-Durham
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Nov 18
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 22m
1 stop
RDU12:52 pmRaleigh-Durham
$280
Delta
Nov 16
RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham
5h 19m
1 stop
DSM10:19 amDes Moines
Nov 17
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 22m
1 stop
RDU12:52 pmRaleigh-Durham
$325
Delta
Dec 2
RDU7:25 amRaleigh-Durham
7h 48m
1 stop
DSM2:13 pmDes Moines
Dec 9
DSM6:09 amDes Moines
4h 47m
1 stop
RDU11:56 amRaleigh-Durham
$411

momondo Fare Finder

 
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/10

7:21 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

1:58 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$267

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/10

6:25 am-2:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

3:30 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$272

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/16

12:59 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

5:30 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$280

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/16

6:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

7:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$286

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/16

4:54 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Tue 11/17

8:00 am-3:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$320

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/16

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Tue 11/17

5:30 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$325

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/31

2:54 pm-2:59 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Des Moines

Fri 11/6

8:30 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop18h 49m

$338

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/29

9:30 pm-8:25 am

1 stop11h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 11/9

3:58 pm-9:17 am

1 stop16h 19m

$342

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/20

3:48 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 12/23

7:02 am-1:59 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$375

RaleighDes Moines

RDU Raleigh-Durham - DSM Des Moines

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/16

4:54 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Tue 11/17

8:00 am-3:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$380

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Des Moines from

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $337 to $568.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $320.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in May, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Des Moines during January average around $354.

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

As of October 2026, prices for Raleigh to Des Moines flights are approximately 120% 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.
Estimated round-trip price

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Raleigh to Des Moines

Best Price Found

$130

Fastest flight time

4h 39m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Raleigh in the past 72 hours is $130. The best round-trip flight deal from Raleigh to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $267.
The fastest flight from Raleigh to Des Moines takes 4h 39m
There are no direct flights from Raleigh to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Raleigh to Des Moines.
Search flight deals

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 39m.

  • 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Raleigh to Des Moines with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom $239Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,651 reviews
Search Delta flights
United AirlinesPriceFrom $282Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,388 reviews
Search United Airlines flights
SouthwestPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,210 reviews
Search Southwest flights
American AirlinesPriceFrom $293Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,177 reviews
Search American Airlines flights

Traveling to a place near Des Moines?

Book flights to Des Moines if you plan to visit one of these locations
West Des Moines
Ames
Ankeny
Clive
Altoona
Pella
Urbandale
Newton
Osceola
Boone
Johnston
Oskaloosa
Grinnell
Norwalk
Carlisle

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Raleigh to Des Moines?

It is quick and easy to find Raleigh to Des Moines flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Des Moines that suits you.

Can I find flights from Raleigh to Des Moines with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Des Moines from Raleigh on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Raleigh to Des Moines?

Once all potential Raleigh to Des Moines flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Raleigh to Des Moines right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Des Moines, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Des Moines from Raleigh and alert you when they change.

An easier way to manage your Des Moines trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Wed 11/18
Wed 11/25
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the United States