What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Virginia?

Frontier, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Virginia

How many flights depart from Des Moines to Virginia on average per week?

10 flights are operational weekly from Des Moines to Virginia as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Virginia?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Virginia from Des Moines according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Virginia. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Virginia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Virginia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Virginia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Virginia?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Virginia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Virginia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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7:45 am - 5:08 pm

DSM

RDU

8h 23m

1 stop

12:26 pm - 1:31 pm

RDU

DSM

26h 05m

1 stop

$240Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19

10:23 am - 4:56 pm

DSM

RDU

29h 33m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 1:46 pm

RDU

DSM

22h 46m

2 stops

$257Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22

7:11 am - 4:55 pm

DSM

RDU

8h 44m

1 stop

6:28 pm - 10:18 pm

RDU

DSM

4h 50m

1 stop

$260American Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, Apr 27

5:44 am - 11:22 am

DSM

RIC

4h 38m

1 stop

3:43 pm - 8:21 pm

RIC

DSM

5h 38m

1 stop

$263American Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 15

5:45 pm - 10:55 pm

DSM

ORF

4h 10m

1 stop

5:50 am - 11:05 am

ORF

DSM

6h 15m

1 stop

$263Delta

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

3:21 pm - 11:44 pm

DSM

RDU

7h 23m

2 stops

5:25 pm - 11:17 pm

RDU

DSM

6h 52m

1 stop

$265United Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22

11:57 am - 6:46 pm

DSM

RIC

5h 49m

1 stop

5:38 am - 11:08 am

RIC

DSM

6h 30m

1 stop

$290Delta

Sat, May 16 - Wed, May 20

7:05 pm - 12:59 am

DSM

ORF

4h 54m

1 stop

5:14 pm - 9:25 pm

ORF

DSM

5h 11m

1 stop

$290United Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 9

6:40 am - 7:55 pm

DSM

RIC

12h 15m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 10:10 pm

RIC

DSM

9h 30m

2 stops

$307Southwest

Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 5

5:25 am - 3:50 pm

DSM

RIC

9h 25m

1 stop

4:45 pm - 10:10 pm

RIC

DSM

6h 25m

2 stops

$328Southwest

Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Virginia

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United Airlines

Apr 20

DSM3:21 pmDes Moines

7h 23m

2 stops

RDU11:44 pmRaleigh-Durham

Apr 22

RDU5:25 pmRaleigh-Durham

6h 52m

1 stop

DSM11:17 pmDes Moines

$265

United Airlines

Apr 21

DSM3:04 pmDes Moines

6h 23m

1 stop

RDU10:27 pmRaleigh-Durham

Apr 24

RDU10:07 amRaleigh-Durham

5h 12m

1 stop

DSM2:19 pmDes Moines

$283

United Airlines

Apr 21

DSM8:04 amDes Moines

7h 16m

2 stops

RDU4:20 pmRaleigh-Durham

Apr 24

RDU10:07 amRaleigh-Durham

5h 12m

1 stop

DSM2:19 pmDes Moines

$288

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Virginia

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Southwest

Apr 25

DSM6:40 amDes Moines

8h 40m

2 stops

RDU4:20 pmRaleigh-Durham

Apr 29

RDU1:45 pmRaleigh-Durham

9h 25m

2 stops

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$282

Southwest

Jun 5

DSM5:10 amDes Moines

4h 25m

1 stop

RDU10:35 amRaleigh-Durham

Jun 10

RDU7:00 pmRaleigh-Durham

4h 45m

1 stop

DSM10:45 pmDes Moines

$304

Southwest

May 2

DSM6:40 amDes Moines

12h 15m

2 stops

RIC7:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

May 5

RIC1:40 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

9h 30m

2 stops

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$307

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DSM - RDU

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Des Moines

Thu 5/14

7:45 am-5:08 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/19

12:26 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$240

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

10:23 am-4:56 pm

1 stop29h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/22

4:00 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$257

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

7:11 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/27

6:28 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$260

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

5:44 am-11:22 am

1 stop4h 38m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/15

3:43 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$263

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

5:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Norfolk

Wed 4/22

5:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 15m

$263

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

3:21 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 23m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/22

5:25 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$265

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 5/16

11:57 am-6:46 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/20

5:38 am-11:08 am

1 stop6h 30m

$290

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Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

7:05 pm-12:59 am

1 stop4h 54m

Norfolk

Sat 5/9

5:14 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$290

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

6:40 am-7:55 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/5

1:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$307

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

5:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/5

4:45 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$328

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Virginia?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Virginia from Des Moines, with most prices found around $296. If you don’t want to visit Virginia in September, then you should wait until August to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $312.

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Fastest flight time	2h 27m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Virginia	101 airports

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Virginia takes 2h 27m

Direct flights go from Des Moines to Virginia every day.

There are 101 airports in Virginia. From Des Moines there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Virginia as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Virginia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Virginia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Virginia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Virginia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Virginia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Virginia

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Delta	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,356 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,499 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,520 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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