$119 Cheap United flights Des Moines (DSM) to Charleston (CHS)

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$119 Cheap United flights Des Moines (DSM) to Charleston (CHS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $119 for one-way flights and $237 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
DSM
Des Moines
CHS
Charleston
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Des Moines to Charleston, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $237 found 3 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 18
DSM
Des Moines
CHS
Charleston
$242 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Des Moines to Charleston, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $242 found 6 hours ago
United
Sat, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 21
DSM
Des Moines
CHS
Charleston
$244 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Des Moines to Charleston, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $244 found 10 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
DSM
Des Moines
CHS
Charleston
$246 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Des Moines to Charleston, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $246 found 7 hours ago
United
Sat, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 21
DSM
Des Moines
CHS
Charleston
$255 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Des Moines to Charleston, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $255 found 10 hours ago
United
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
DSM
Des Moines
CHS
Charleston
$257 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Des Moines to Charleston, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $257 found 4 days ago
Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Charleston (CHS)
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Charleston Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
American Airlines
Distance
956 mi

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
You'll discover cheap round-trip United Airlines flights from $237 from DSM to CHS by organizing your results from "Price (lowest to highest)" on Expedia. Or search for bargains from $119 for a one-way journey.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DSM to CHS with United Airlines?
United Airlines flights to Charleston are generally more affordable in the low-season months of January and December. Whether you're in search of a round-trip or one-way ticket, you could land a better deal then.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) with United Airlines?
To find cheap United Airlines fares from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS), start searching one to three months before your planned departure. Reserving domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance could save you 25% compared to booking just 6 to 12 days ahead. The day you book can also influence the overall cost. Sunday is typically the cheapest, while Monday is often the most expensive for domestic flights. You can save 6% on average by booking your journey on a Sunday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
To see if there's a direct trip from DSM to CHS with United Airlines or other airlines, select the "Nonstop" filter when browsing for tickets.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from DSM to CHS?
Find United Airlines's earliest flights from DSM to CHS by using our "Morning" and "Early Morning" filters. Not only will you arrive sooner, early departures also experience 20% fewer cancellations.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Charleston?
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) is the primary Charleston gateway for United Airlines flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM).
Why fly with United Airlines from DSM to CHS?
A rewarding loyalty program and the ability to rack up points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to jet off from DSM to CHS with United Airlines. Plus, when you join our One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* on top of any airline loyalty program earnings. It's yours to spend on future bookings.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
Depending on your fare type, a fee is typically charged if you cancel or reschedule your flight more than 24 hours after it's been confirmed. To find tickets with more flexibility, select our "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" filter while searching for flights. For additional information on changing or canceling your reservation, go to "Trips," select your flight and tick "Manage Booking."

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