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Cheap flights from Richmond to Des Moines from $286

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:06 pm
RIC
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DSM
16h 06m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 9:54 pm
DSM
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RIC
29h 24m
1 stop
$308Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:34 am - 11:06 pm
RIC
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DSM
12h 32m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 9:54 pm
DSM
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RIC
29h 24m
1 stop
$318Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:01 am
RIC
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DSM
5h 01m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 12:27 am
DSM
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RIC
6h 12m
1 stop
$341Delta
Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
3:43 pm - 8:47 pm
RIC
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DSM
6h 04m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:13 pm
DSM
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RIC
7h 13m
1 stop
$364American Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Fri, Apr 10
United Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 2:27 pm
RIC
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DSM
4h 59m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:48 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 48m
1 stop
$387United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 2:27 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 57m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:48 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 48m
1 stop
$392United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 9:41 pm
RIC
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DSM
7h 46m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:07 pm
DSM
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RIC
10h 07m
2 stops
$398United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 10:48 am
RIC
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DSM
6h 13m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:47 pm - 11:24 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 37m
1 stop
$400Delta
Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:46 am
RIC
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DSM
4h 46m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:47 pm - 11:24 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 37m
1 stop
$423Delta
Fri, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 5
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:29 pm
RIC
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DSM
7h 14m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:15 pm
DSM
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RIC
10h 50m
2 stops
$426United Airlines
Sun, Mar 29 - Sat, Apr 4

Delta flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Feb 12
RIC7:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 01m
1 stop
DSM11:01 amDes Moines
Feb 16
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
6h 12m
1 stop
RIC12:27 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$341
Delta
Apr 4
RIC5:35 amRichmond Byrd Intl
6h 13m
1 stop
DSM10:48 amDes Moines
Apr 5
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
4h 37m
1 stop
RIC11:24 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$400
Delta
Apr 3
RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 46m
1 stop
DSM9:46 amDes Moines
Apr 5
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
4h 37m
1 stop
RIC11:24 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$423

American Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 8
RIC3:43 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
6h 04m
1 stop
DSM8:47 pmDes Moines
Apr 10
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
7h 13m
1 stop
RIC3:13 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$364
American Airlines
Mar 30
RIC5:01 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 58m
1 stop
DSM9:59 pmDes Moines
Apr 4
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
7h 06m
1 stop
RIC2:06 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$470
American Airlines
Mar 28
RIC5:02 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 57m
1 stop
DSM9:59 pmDes Moines
Apr 3
DSM7:45 amDes Moines
6h 13m
1 stop
RIC2:58 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$493

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RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/26

8:00 am-11:06 pm

1 stop16h 06m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

3:30 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop29h 24m

$308

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/26

11:34 am-11:06 pm

2 stops12h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

3:30 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop29h 24m

$318

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

5:15 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 12m

$341

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/8

3:43 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

7:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$364

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

10:28 am-2:27 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$387

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

6:30 am-2:27 pm

2 stops8h 57m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$392

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/14

2:55 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops7h 46m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-7:07 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$398

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/4

5:35 am-10:48 am

1 stop6h 13m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:47 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$400

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 4/3

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:47 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$423

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/29

6:15 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

11:25 am-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$426

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Fastest flight time

4h 19m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Richmond to Des Moines takes 4h 19m
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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 4h 19m.

  • 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.

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DeltaPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,075 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,160 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $328Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,176 reviews
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