Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RDU and DSM are:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
C$158 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Return flights start from C$314. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flight tickets from RDU to DSM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RDU to DSM. You don't need to check every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Consider booking a hotel close to DSM if you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
From Des Moines International Airport, Des Moines is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 43 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Des Moines in April.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to DSM in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
More about Des Moines
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Des Moines right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from RDU to DSM:
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Hy-Vee Hall are just two of the top attractions to add to your Des Moines must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Evelyn K Davis Park.
Complete your Des Moines trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Des Moines International Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Des Moines stay.
