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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Richmond from $159

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7:15 am - 9:11 amDSM-RIC
24h 56m1 stop
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4:01 pm - 9:09 pmRIC-DSM
30h 08m1 stop
$225Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
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7:15 am - 9:11 amDSM-RIC
24h 56m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 11:12 pmRIC-DSM
9h 12m1 stop
$271Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
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7:15 am - 9:11 amDSM-RIC
24h 56m1 stop
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10:17 pm - 9:09 pmRIC-DSM
23h 52m2 stops
$274Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 11:13 pmDSM-RIC
6h 56m2 stops
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6:00 am - 2:20 pmRIC-DSM
9h 20m2 stops
$369United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
Delta Logo
3:17 pm - 10:25 pmDSM-RIC
6h 08m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:38 amRIC-DSM
5h 23m1 stop
$387Delta
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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 10:15 pmDSM-RIC
7h 07m1 stop
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7:57 pm - 11:51 pmRIC-DSM
4h 54m1 stop
$393American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 20
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2:08 pm - 10:15 pmDSM-RIC
7h 07m1 stop
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7:57 pm - 11:51 pmRIC-DSM
4h 54m1 stop
$402American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 20
Delta Logo
6:32 pm - 12:32 amDSM-RIC
5h 00m1 stop
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6:20 am - 10:42 amRIC-DSM
5h 22m1 stop
$407Delta
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:30 pmDSM-RIC
8h 25m2 stops
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6:30 am - 12:14 pmRIC-DSM
6h 44m2 stops
$417United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 4:40 pmDSM-RIC
9h 25m2 stops
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12:10 pm - 9:35 pmRIC-DSM
10h 25m2 stops
$558Southwest
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Richmond

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Richmond flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 13
DSM2:08 pmDes Moines
7h 07m
1 stop
RIC10:15 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Dec 20
RIC7:57 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 54m
1 stop
DSM11:51 pmDes Moines
$393
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American Airlines
Dec 13
DSM2:08 pmDes Moines
7h 07m
1 stop
RIC10:15 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Dec 20
RIC7:57 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 54m
1 stop
DSM11:51 pmDes Moines
$402
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American Airlines
Dec 13
DSM4:05 pmDes Moines
7h 10m
1 stop
RIC12:15 amRichmond Byrd Intl
Dec 20
RIC7:57 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 54m
1 stop
DSM11:51 pmDes Moines
$404
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Richmond

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Delta
Dec 5
DSM3:17 pmDes Moines
6h 08m
1 stop
RIC10:25 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Dec 7
RIC6:15 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 23m
1 stop
DSM10:38 amDes Moines
$387
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Delta
Nov 20
DSM6:32 pmDes Moines
5h 00m
1 stop
RIC12:32 amRichmond Byrd Intl
Nov 23
RIC6:20 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 22m
1 stop
DSM10:42 amDes Moines
$407
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Delta
Nov 17
DSM10:21 amDes Moines
4h 23m
1 stop
RIC3:44 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Nov 20
RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 20m
1 stop
DSM10:20 amDes Moines
$437
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Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

7:15 am-9:11 am

1 stop24h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/14

4:01 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop30h 08m

$225

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

7:15 am-9:11 am

1 stop24h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/15

3:00 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$271

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

7:15 am-9:11 am

1 stop24h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/14

10:17 pm-9:09 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$274

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

3:17 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops6h 56m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$369

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

3:17 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 12/7

6:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 23m

$387

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

2:08 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/20

7:57 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$393

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

2:08 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/20

7:57 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$402

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 11/20

6:32 pm-12:32 am

1 stop5h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/23

6:20 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 22m

$407

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

1:05 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/20

6:30 am-12:14 pm

2 stops6h 44m

$417

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

6:15 am-4:40 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/12

12:10 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$558

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Richmond?

If you aren’t able to travel to Richmond during the month of September, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $325.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Richmond?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Richmond is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $341. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $581. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Richmond.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Richmond?

Flying to Richmond from Des Moines at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $366 when looking at flights departing at noon. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Richmond, so prices are often more expensive at around $401 per ticket.

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  • How far is Des Moines to Richmond Byrd Intl by plane?

    Richmond Byrd Intl is 904.3 mi away from Des Moines. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Richmond Byrd Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Richmond?

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,035 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $266Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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