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Cheapest round-trip
$448
Typical prices: $366-$584
United Airlines
Sun 9/9Thu 9/13
CRW - DSM • 1 stop
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 49% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $545 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Des Moines (CRW-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Des Moines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:00 am - 12:16 pmCRW  Charleston Yeager-DSM Des Moines
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:22 pm - 11:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-CRW Charleston Yeager
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$448United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13
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10:20 am - 8:26 pmCRW  Charleston Yeager-DSM Des Moines
11h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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3:22 pm - 11:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-CRW Charleston Yeager
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$454United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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10:29 am - 2:15 pmCRW  Charleston Yeager-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 1:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-CRW Charleston Yeager
4h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$457United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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10:29 am - 9:01 pmCRW  Charleston Yeager-DSM Des Moines
11h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 1:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-CRW Charleston Yeager
4h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$463United Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
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11:07 am - 8:59 pmCRW  Charleston Yeager-DSM Des Moines
10h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 3:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-CRW Charleston Yeager
8h 52m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$948Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Des Moines flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Charleston to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Des Moines start at $448. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $366 to $584. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $448 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Charleston to Des Moines flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$448
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
Flight from Charleston to Des Moines

When to book flights from Charleston to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charleston to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Charleston to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Charleston to Des Moines?

    Flights from Charleston to Des Moines usually depart from Charleston Yeager (CRW) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Charleston to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Charleston to Des Moines.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Charleston to Des Moines pass through?

    Connecting flights from Charleston to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Charleston to Des Moines?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Charleston to Des Moines route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $541, a difference of $213. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are Iowa Events Center, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Des Moines?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Charleston to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 47m and 4h 52m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $448 to $948. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Charleston to Des Moines?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 4h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Charleston and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Charleston (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Payless
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Charleston to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Des Moines range from $366 to $584, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $328 - about $213 less than Tuesday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $238 round-trip in that month - typically $455 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Charleston to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Charleston (CRW)
Des Moines (DSM)