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Cheapest round-trip
$255
Typical prices: $319-$427
American Airlines
Sat 2/24Tue 2/27
DSM - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$109
Typical prices: $180-$372
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/18
DSM - RDU • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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June
Cheapest • 17% price drop
September
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $361 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Raleigh (DSM-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Raleigh

Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 4:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 12:04 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$255American Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 11:15 amDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 11:20 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
4h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$255Southwest
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
Delta Logo
10:15 am - 4:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 4:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$255Delta
Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 24
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 12:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:35 am - 3:57 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$255Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 1:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
6:05 pm - 10:20 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
5h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$260Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 4:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:02 am - 10:40 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
6h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$269American Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:43 am - 9:10 amDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
23h 27m1 stop Philadelphia
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:02 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
11h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$303Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:49 pm - 9:08 amDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
17h 19m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 5:02 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
11h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$306Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 6:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 10:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Raleigh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to Raleigh with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Raleigh start at $255. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $319 to $427. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $255 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Raleigh?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Raleigh, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Raleigh?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Raleigh at $317 round-trip.
  • November ($463) and December ($426) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Raleigh flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Raleigh

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Your Des Moines to Raleigh 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 Des Moines to Raleigh?

    Flights from Des Moines to Raleigh usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Raleigh most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Des Moines to Raleigh route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $334 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $446, a difference of $112. 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 Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and Crabtree Valley Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 890 miles.

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

    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 Des Moines to Raleigh 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 $255 to $1,196. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Raleigh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $160, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 21m, compared with 4h 30m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 42m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Raleigh range from $319 to $427, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $319 counts as a good deal.

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