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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Richmond from $171

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American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:22 pm
DSM
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RIC
12h 22m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 1:46 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 56m
1 stop
$243American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 12:37 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 32m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:52 pm - 11:49 pm
RIC
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DSM
4h 57m
1 stop
$317American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:33 am
DSM
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RIC
4h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 10:48 am
RIC
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DSM
6h 13m
1 stop
$341Delta
Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 4
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 12:37 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 32m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:52 pm - 11:49 pm
RIC
-
DSM
4h 57m
1 stop
$352American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15
American Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 2:58 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 13m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 11:48 pm
RIC
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DSM
6h 21m
1 stop
$363American Airlines
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 3:13 pm
DSM
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RIC
7h 02m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:43 pm - 8:21 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 38m
1 stop
$364American Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 1:22 pm
DSM
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RIC
5h 42m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:43 pm - 8:21 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 38m
1 stop
$367American Airlines
Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 9
Delta Logo
2:33 pm - 11:06 pm
DSM
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RIC
7h 33m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:03 am
RIC
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DSM
6h 28m
1 stop
$372Delta
Thu, May 14 - Sat, May 16
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 5:35 pm
DSM
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RIC
11h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:30 pm - 11:05 pm
RIC
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DSM
4h 35m
1 stop
$385Southwest
Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 9
Delta Logo
5:47 pm - 11:24 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 37m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:08 pm - 10:38 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 30m
1 stop
$387Delta
Sun, Mar 29 - Mon, Apr 6

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Richmond

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Richmond flight tickets
American Airlines
May 9
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
12h 22m
1 stop
RIC7:22 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
May 16
RIC5:50 amRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 56m
1 stop
DSM1:46 pmDes Moines
$243
American Airlines
May 9
DSM5:01 pmDes Moines
5h 58m
1 stop
RIC11:59 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
May 16
RIC3:41 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
6h 46m
1 stop
DSM9:27 pmDes Moines
$317
American Airlines
May 9
DSM7:05 amDes Moines
4h 32m
1 stop
RIC12:37 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
May 15
RIC7:52 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 57m
1 stop
DSM11:49 pmDes Moines
$352

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Richmond

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Richmond flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 2
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
11h 00m
2 stops
RIC5:35 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Apr 9
RIC7:30 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 35m
1 stop
DSM11:05 pmDes Moines
$385
Southwest
Jun 2
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 25m
2 stops
RIC12:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Jun 9
RIC6:10 amRichmond Byrd Intl
9h 55m
2 stops
DSM3:05 pmDes Moines
$407
Southwest
Mar 30
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
11h 00m
2 stops
RIC5:35 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
Apr 6
RIC7:25 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM11:15 pmDes Moines
$418

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Richmond that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 14, 2026.
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Price

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop12h 22m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/16

5:50 am-1:46 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$243

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

7:05 am-12:37 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/16

7:52 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$317

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

5:35 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 58m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/4

5:35 am-10:48 am

1 stop6h 13m

$341

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

7:05 am-12:37 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/15

7:52 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$352

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

7:45 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/6

6:27 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$363

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

7:11 am-3:13 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/27

3:43 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$364

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 4/2

6:40 am-1:22 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/9

3:43 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$367

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 5/14

2:33 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/16

5:35 am-11:03 am

1 stop6h 28m

$372

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 4/2

5:35 am-5:35 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/9

7:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$385

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

5:47 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/6

6:08 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$387

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Fastest flight time

4h 31m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Richmond takes 4h 31m
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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 31m.

  • 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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    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.

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