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Cheap flights from Richmond to Des Moines from $117

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American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:17 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 02m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 7:23 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 21m1 stop
$293American Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 10:17 pm
RIC
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DSM
7h 57m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 10:18 am
DSM
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RIC
19h 10m1 stop
$304Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 11:12 pm
RIC
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DSM
16h 07m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 12:13 pm
DSM
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RIC
39h 56m2 stops
$311Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 8:07 pm
RIC
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DSM
10h 39m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 10:43 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 44m1 stop
$322United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
United Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 8:07 pm
RIC
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DSM
10h 39m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:24 pm - 11:15 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 51m2 stops
$327United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 4:57 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 12m1 stop
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 10:16 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 56m1 stop
$328Delta
Sat, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
5:19 pm - 9:50 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 31m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 11:07 pm
DSM
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RIC
8h 32m1 stop
$339United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
5:19 pm - 9:50 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 31m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 11:14 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 39m2 stops
$344United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:51 am - 6:30 pm
RIC
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DSM
10h 39m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 12:13 pm
DSM
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RIC
39h 56m2 stops
$348Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 11:44 pm
RIC
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DSM
9h 58m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 9:42 pm
DSM
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RIC
12h 32m2 stops
$349United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20

American Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

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American Airlines
Feb 14
RIC6:15 amRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 02m
1 stop
DSM1:17 pmDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM2:02 pmDes Moines
4h 21m
1 stop
RIC7:23 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$293
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American Airlines
Dec 30
RIC7:57 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 49m
1 stop
DSM11:46 pmDes Moines
Dec 31
DSM2:07 pmDes Moines
6h 36m
1 stop
RIC9:43 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$737
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American Airlines
Jan 10
RIC8:14 amRichmond Byrd Intl
9h 10m
2 stops
DSM4:24 pmDes Moines
Jan 14
DSM11:42 amDes Moines
10h 02m
2 stops
RIC10:44 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$809
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United Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 14
RIC10:28 amRichmond Byrd Intl
10h 39m
2 stops
DSM8:07 pmDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM2:59 pmDes Moines
6h 44m
1 stop
RIC10:43 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$322
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United Airlines
Feb 14
RIC10:28 amRichmond Byrd Intl
10h 39m
2 stops
DSM8:07 pmDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM3:24 pmDes Moines
6h 51m
2 stops
RIC11:15 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$327
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United Airlines
Jan 17
RIC5:19 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 31m
1 stop
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
Jan 20
DSM1:35 pmDes Moines
8h 32m
1 stop
RIC11:07 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$339
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Des Moines 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 December 28, 2025.
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RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

6:15 am-1:17 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

2:02 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$293

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 1/9

3:20 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

2:08 pm-10:18 am

1 stop19h 10m

$304

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/12

8:05 am-11:12 pm

1 stop16h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops39h 56m

$311

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

10:28 am-8:07 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

2:59 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$322

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

10:28 am-8:07 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

3:24 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 51m

$327

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

12:45 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

4:20 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$328

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

5:19 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

1:35 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$339

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

5:19 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

3:35 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops6h 39m

$344

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/13

8:51 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops39h 56m

$348

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

2:46 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 58m

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

8:10 am-9:42 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$349

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Richmond to Des Moines is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $356. Flights from Richmond to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $493. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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Fastest flight time

5h 09m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Richmond to Des Moines takes 5h 09m
There are no direct flights from Richmond to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Richmond to Des Moines.
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  • How far is Richmond Byrd Intl to Des Moines by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Richmond Byrd Intl to Des Moines is 904.3 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 09m.

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

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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DeltaPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,019 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,072 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $328Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,113 reviews
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