What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Virginia?

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Virginia

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

The number of flights available between Iowa and Virginia is 30 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving 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 Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 60% 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.

How long is the flight from Iowa to Virginia?

The flight from Iowa to Virginia depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Des Moines (a popular airport in Iowa) to Richmond (the most popular airport in Virginia), then the flight time is 4h 29m on average. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (another popular airport in Iowa) to Richmond, then the average flight time is 4h 33m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Virginia?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Virginia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Virginia?

As of July 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Virginia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Virginia?

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 Iowa 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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3:30 pm - 12:04 pmDSM-DCA

19h 34m1 stop

6:00 pm - 7:59 pmDCA-DSM

26h 59m1 stop

$228Frontier

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Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 25

7:51 pm - 12:04 pmOMA-DCA

15h 13m1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:55 pmDCA-OMA

25h 55m1 stop

$229Frontier

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Sun, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 13

4:35 pm - 10:25 pmDSM-DCA

4h 50m1 stop

8:00 am - 11:25 amDCA-DSM

4h 25m1 stop

$236Southwest

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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3

6:30 am - 4:15 pmDSM-IAD

8h 45m1 stop

7:00 am - 12:25 pmIAD-DSM

6h 25m1 stop

$236Southwest

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Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 13

5:38 pm - 10:46 pmDSM-RIC

4h 08m1 stop

5:11 pm - 9:54 pmRIC-DSM

5h 43m1 stop

$237American Airlines

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Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15

5:57 am - 2:35 pmCID-ORF

7h 38m1 stop

6:05 pm - 10:55 pmORF-CID

5h 50m1 stop

$243Delta

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Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 31

5:04 pm - 11:18 pmMLI-IAD

5h 14m1 stop

5:52 pm - 10:20 pmIAD-MLI

5h 28m1 stop

$249Delta

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Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25

1:41 pm - 11:06 pmCID-CHO

8h 25m2 stops

6:51 pm - 10:56 pmCHO-CID

5h 05m1 stop

$254American Airlines

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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 4

4:51 pm - 11:54 pmOMA-DCA

6h 03m1 stop

6:25 am - 12:23 pmDCA-OMA

6h 58m1 stop

$292United Airlines

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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9

10:50 am - 5:30 pmMLI-IAD

5h 40m1 stop

8:30 am - 11:50 amIAD-MLI

4h 20m1 stop

$294United Airlines

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Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 8

Allegiant Air flights from Iowa to Virginia

Our best Allegiant Air deals on Iowa to Virginia flight tickets

Allegiant Air

Aug 17

DSM11:38 amDes Moines

23h 54m

2 stops

IAD12:32 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 21

IAD7:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 31m

2 stops

DSM8:41 pmDes Moines

$395

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Allegiant Air

Aug 1

DSM7:30 amDes Moines

6h 07m

1 stop

RIC2:37 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

Aug 3

RIC5:00 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

6h 38m

1 stop

DSM10:38 pmDes Moines

$578

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Delta flights from Iowa to Virginia

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Delta

Aug 28

CID5:57 amCedar Rapids

7h 38m

1 stop

ORF2:35 pmNorfolk

Aug 31

ORF6:05 pmNorfolk

5h 50m

1 stop

CID10:55 pmCedar Rapids

$243

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Delta

Oct 21

MLI5:04 pmMoline Quad-City

5h 14m

1 stop

IAD11:18 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 25

IAD5:52 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 28m

1 stop

MLI10:20 pmMoline Quad-City

$249

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Delta

Aug 15

MLI4:59 pmMoline Quad-City

6h 22m

1 stop

IAD12:21 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 22

IAD5:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 23m

1 stop

MLI10:48 pmMoline Quad-City

$254

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

3:30 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop19h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/25

6:00 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$228

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - DCA

OMADCA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/10

7:51 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop15h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/13

6:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$229

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

4:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$236

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Tue 9/9

6:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$236

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

5:38 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/15

5:11 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$237

Cedar RapidsNorfolk

CID - ORF

CIDORF

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/28

5:57 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Norfolk

Sun 8/31

6:05 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$243

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/21

5:04 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/25

5:52 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$249

Cedar RapidsCharlottesville

CID - CHO

CIDCHO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 9/20

1:41 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 10/4

6:51 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$254

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - DCA

OMADCA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/6

4:51 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

6:25 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$292

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Fri 10/31

10:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/8

8:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 20m

$294

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Virginia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Virginia?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Virginia from Iowa, with most prices found around $312. If you don’t want to visit Virginia in August, then you should wait until November to fly from Iowa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $336.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Virginia from Iowa is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $343. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Virginia on Sunday is $592.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Iowa to Virginia flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Virginia in the afternoon for as low as $366. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Virginia, so prices are often more expensive at around $461 per ticket.

Cheap Iowa to Virginia flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$93
Fastest flight time	2h 14m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Virginia	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Virginia from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $93. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Virginia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $228.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Virginia takes 2h 14m

Direct flights go from Iowa to Virginia every day.

There are 4 airports near Virginia: Norfolk (ORF), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Virginia?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Virginia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Virginia?
As of July 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Virginia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Virginia?
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 Iowa 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 Iowa to Virginia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $237	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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