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

Frontier, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Virginia

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 56% 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 20m on average. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (another popular airport in Iowa) to Richmond, then the average flight time is 4h 36m.

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

The number of flights available between Iowa and Virginia is 39 per week as of April 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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 April 2026, 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.

$76 Cheap Flights from Iowa to Virginia in 2026

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1:51 pm - 12:59 pm

CID

DCA

22h 08m

1 stop

7:00 am - 1:06 pm

DCA

CID

7h 06m

1 stop

$140Frontier

Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 24

8:49 pm - 9:04 pm

OMA

RDU

23h 15m

1 stop

1:23 pm - 7:34 pm

RDU

OMA

7h 11m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Fri, May 1 - Thu, May 7

6:01 pm - 9:21 am

OMA

RDU

14h 20m

1 stop

7:52 pm - 11:22 am

RDU

OMA

16h 30m

1 stop

$204Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 25

8:19 pm - 12:29 am

OMA

RDU

27h 10m

2 stops

7:52 pm - 11:22 am

RDU

OMA

16h 30m

1 stop

$209Multiple Airlines

Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 25

5:04 pm - 11:54 pm

OMA

CHO

5h 50m

1 stop

6:10 pm - 12:20 am

CHO

OMA

7h 10m

1 stop

$311American Airlines

Sat, Jun 27 - Sat, Jul 4

1:00 pm - 7:28 pm

OMA

IAD

5h 28m

1 stop

6:15 am - 10:29 am

IAD

OMA

5h 14m

1 stop

$322United Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6

5:08 pm - 12:08 am

OMA

CHO

6h 00m

1 stop

7:21 pm - 11:23 pm

CHO

OMA

5h 02m

1 stop

$325American Airlines

Thu, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 19

6:41 pm - 12:59 am

CID

ORF

5h 18m

1 stop

8:00 am - 11:58 am

ORF

CID

4h 58m

1 stop

$329United Airlines

Wed, May 20 - Sun, May 24

7:04 am - 2:04 pm

OMA

IAD

6h 00m

1 stop

5:33 pm - 11:58 pm

IAD

OMA

7h 25m

1 stop

$337Delta

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

5:42 am - 12:57 pm

CID

ORF

6h 15m

1 stop

7:10 am - 11:51 am

ORF

CID

5h 41m

1 stop

$339Delta

Sat, May 2 - Wed, May 6

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Southwest flights from Iowa to Virginia

Our best Southwest deals on Iowa to Virginia flight tickets

Southwest

May 12

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

4h 00m

1 stop

RDU10:30 amRaleigh-Durham

May 19

RDU6:40 pmRaleigh-Durham

4h 30m

1 stop

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$271

Southwest

May 12

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

10h 45m

2 stops

RDU5:15 pmRaleigh-Durham

May 19

RDU6:40 pmRaleigh-Durham

4h 30m

1 stop

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$276

Southwest

Jun 4

DSM4:40 pmDes Moines

6h 15m

2 stops

RDU11:55 pmRaleigh-Durham

Jun 10

RDU7:00 pmRaleigh-Durham

4h 45m

1 stop

DSM10:45 pmDes Moines

$294

Frontier flights from Iowa to Virginia

Our best Frontier deals on Iowa to Virginia flight tickets

Frontier

May 21

CID1:51 pmCedar Rapids

22h 08m

1 stop

DCA12:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

May 24

DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 06m

1 stop

CID1:06 pmCedar Rapids

$140

Frontier

May 1

OMA8:49 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

23h 15m

1 stop

RDU9:04 pmRaleigh-Durham

May 7

RDU1:23 pmRaleigh-Durham

7h 11m

1 stop

OMA7:34 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$160

Frontier

May 21

CID1:51 pmCedar Rapids

7h 07m

1 stop

DCA9:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

May 24

DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 06m

1 stop

CID1:06 pmCedar Rapids

$165

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Cedar RapidsWashington, D.C.

CID - DCA

CIDDCA

Cedar Rapids

Thu 5/21

1:51 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop22h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/24

7:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$140

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/1

8:49 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

1:23 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$160

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/15

6:01 pm-9:21 am

1 stop14h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/25

7:52 pm-11:22 am

1 stop16h 30m

$204

OmahaRaleigh

OMA - RDU

OMARDU

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/15

8:19 pm-12:29 am

2 stops27h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/25

7:52 pm-11:22 am

1 stop16h 30m

$209

OmahaCharlottesville

OMA - CHO

OMACHO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 6/27

5:04 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sat 7/4

6:10 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 10m

$311

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - IAD

OMAIAD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/5

1:00 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/6

6:15 am-10:29 am

1 stop5h 14m

$322

OmahaCharlottesville

OMA - CHO

OMACHO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/6

5:08 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 00m

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 8/19

7:21 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$325

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Cedar RapidsNorfolk

CID - ORF

CIDORF

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/20

6:41 pm-12:59 am

1 stop5h 18m

Norfolk

Sun 5/24

8:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 58m

$329

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - IAD

OMAIAD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/6

7:04 am-2:04 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

5:33 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$337

Cedar RapidsNorfolk

CID - ORF

CIDORF

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/2

5:42 am-12:57 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Norfolk

Wed 5/6

7:10 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 41m

$339

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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 September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Virginia from Iowa, 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 Iowa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $306.

Can stopping save me money on Iowa to Virginia flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to Virginia flight.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Iowa to Virginia

Fastest flight time	2h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Virginia	101 airports

The fastest flight from Iowa to Virginia takes 2h 15m

Direct flights go from Iowa to Virginia every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Iowa to Virginia

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 April 2026, 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
Delta	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,424 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,604 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,605 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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