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Charlotte.P17,317 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Charlotte Douglas on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,317, select.

Charlotte.P18,935 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charlotte Douglas on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,935, select.

Charlotte.P20,252 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Des Moines on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Charlotte Douglas on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P20,252, select.

Charlotte.P20,920 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charlotte Douglas on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P20,920, select.

Charlotte.P21,382 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charlotte Douglas on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,382, select.

Charlotte.P23,115 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charlotte Douglas on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,115, select.

Charlotte.P44,476 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Charlotte Douglas.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charlotte Douglas on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P44,476, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Des Moines to Charlotte below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charlotte Douglas.

Charlotte Douglas

8km from central Charlotte

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Concord Regional

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Des Moines to Charlotte: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	P17,317
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	30

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas?

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas is P17,317. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas?

2 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas.

Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas?

American Airlines and PSA Airlines fly direct from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas.

How many flights are there a week from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas?

As of March 2026, there are 30 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas?

The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Charlotte Douglas is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport on Friday, 6 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 29 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Charlotte Douglas?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Charlotte Douglas but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Charlotte?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Charlotte is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines Airport to Charlotte Douglas with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Charlotte Douglas.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Charlotte is one hour ahead of Des Moines and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from DSM to CLT start at 06:39 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 18:28 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from 19 weekly Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DSM to CLT flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Charlotte — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DSM to CLT flights, with 79.51% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between DSM and CLT:
- O'Hare International Airport
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

At the moment, P6,614 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P17,317. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from DSM to CLT by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Landing cheap flights from DSM to CLT is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

DSM's address is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from DSM land on schedule 80.45% of the time.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DSM? If you're boarding an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

If you're coming in on a late Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near CLT:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget to explore Charlotte and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Charlotte Douglas International Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte

The street address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Charlotte. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 4 hours 55 minutes.

When to fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

August is the most popular month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Charlotte in February.
When booking your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Charlotte, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DSM to CLT sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

Atlanta is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Charlotte. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Virginia Beach, roughly 467 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. Marina Shores Marina, Rudee Inlet Station Marina and Allegra are the start of reasons to visit.