$136 Cheap flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. to Des Moines Intl. (RDU to DSM)

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Affordable Airfare Tickets from RDU to DSM Airport

The cheapest flights to Des Moines Intl. found within the past 7 days were $275 round trip and $136 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 11
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$275 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jun 10 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $275 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$284 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $284 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$284 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $284 found 3 hours ago
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 8
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$287 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $287 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$288 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $288 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$289 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $289 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$291 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $291 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$293 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $293 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 2
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$297 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $297 found 3 hours ago
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 8
RDU
Raleigh
DSM
Des Moines
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Raleigh to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $297 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines will take you to Des Moines from Raleigh with just one stopover. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights between Raleigh–Durham Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport just yet.
How long is the flight from Raleigh--Durham Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Flights between Raleigh–Durham Airport and DSM take approximately 5 hours and 7 minutes in total. Make the most of that time in the air by reading, resting, checking out the in-flight entertainment or doing all three.
What is the flight distance from Raleigh--Durham Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Don’t bother watching a movie. We’ll be impressed if you even get in a couple of TV episodes on the brief journey between Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) and DSM. You’ll only be covering 890 mi.
What airlines fly from Raleigh--Durham Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Unfortunately, there are no airlines offering direct flights between Raleigh–Durham Airport and DSM. In the interest of saving yourself some time, book well in advance to find the ideal price and route.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Raleigh to Des Moines

 

Traveling From
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$275

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.


Origin:
RDU - Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Destination:
DSM - Des Moines International Airport
Distance:
948.00 miles

Airline carriers and aircraft used on flights from RDU to DSM


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
United Airlines
Airbus A310 all pax models

Discover our best flights from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM at the right price  

Airfares to Des Moines DSM from Raleigh RDU currently cost between $275 and $297. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM on Travelocity starting at $136. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Des Moines DSM from Raleigh RDU quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Des Moines faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to DSM from RDU to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to DSM from RDU. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, June is usually the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh RDU to Des Moines DSM. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Des Moines DSM from Raleigh RDU 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to DSM from RDU have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.