What is the cheapest airline that flies from Richmond Byrd Intl to Des Moines?

Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Richmond Byrd Intl to Des Moines

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Richmond according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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There are 3 operators available for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport as of October 2026.

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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5:22 pm - 10:35 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:52 pm - 12:40 amDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$378Delta

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19

8:00 am - 4:07 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 07m1 stop Denver Intl

6:45 pm - 12:34 amDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$378United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 24

6:15 am - 12:20 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 12:34 amDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$383United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 24

6:06 am - 10:19 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 13m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:52 pm - 12:40 amDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$395Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 13

6:00 am - 10:37 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:56 pm - 10:30 pmDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

6h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$395United Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

6:06 am - 10:19 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 13m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

5:30 am - 11:40 amDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$406Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22

6:05 am - 11:25 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

6:40 am - 10:00 pmDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

14h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway

$463Southwest

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

7:21 pm - 6:47 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

24h 26m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale

2:45 pm - 7:50 pmDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

28h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$487Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

5:24 pm - 12:14 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

7h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:39 am - 11:58 amDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$517American Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

6:19 pm - 11:58 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:23 am - 4:39 pmDSM Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

8h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

$542American Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3

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American Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Oct 28

RIC5:24 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

7h 50m

1 stop

DSM12:14 amDes Moines

Nov 1

DSM5:39 amDes Moines

5h 19m

1 stop

RIC11:58 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$517

American Airlines

Nov 24

RIC7:58 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

5h 28m

1 stop

DSM12:26 amDes Moines

Nov 28

DSM7:11 amDes Moines

14h 06m

1 stop

RIC10:17 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$638

American Airlines

Oct 29

RIC8:16 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

4h 58m

1 stop

DSM12:14 amDes Moines

Nov 6

DSM7:26 pmDes Moines

15h 32m

1 stop

RIC11:58 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$916

United Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

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United Airlines

Nov 14

RIC8:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl

9h 07m

1 stop

DSM4:07 pmDes Moines

Nov 24

DSM6:45 pmDes Moines

4h 49m

1 stop

RIC12:34 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$378

United Airlines

Nov 14

RIC6:15 amRichmond Byrd Intl

7h 05m

2 stops

DSM12:20 pmDes Moines

Nov 24

DSM6:45 pmDes Moines

4h 49m

1 stop

RIC12:34 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$383

United Airlines

Nov 14

RIC6:15 amRichmond Byrd Intl

7h 05m

2 stops

DSM12:20 pmDes Moines

Nov 24

DSM6:05 amDes Moines

6h 39m

2 stops

RIC1:44 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$402

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Mon 11/16

5:22 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Des Moines

Thu 11/19

6:52 pm-12:40 am

1 stop4h 48m

$378

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Sat 11/14

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Tue 11/24

6:45 pm-12:34 am

1 stop4h 49m

$378

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6:06 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 13m

Des Moines

Fri 11/13

6:52 pm-12:40 am

1 stop4h 48m

$395

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RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - DSM Des Moines

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Fri 12/4

6:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 12/11

2:56 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$395

RichmondDes Moines

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - DSM Des Moines

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Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/20

6:06 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 13m

Des Moines

Sun 11/22

5:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

$406

RichmondDes Moines

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - DSM Des Moines

RICDSM

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Fri 12/4

6:05 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 20m

Des Moines

Fri 12/11

6:40 am-10:00 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$463

RichmondDes Moines

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - DSM Des Moines

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/31

7:21 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops24h 26m

Des Moines

Wed 11/4

2:45 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$487

RichmondDes Moines

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - DSM Des Moines

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/28

5:24 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 11/1

5:39 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 19m

$517

RichmondDes Moines

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - DSM Des Moines

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/30

6:19 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

7:23 am-4:39 pm

2 stops8h 16m

$542

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Richmond and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $400 to $504.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $378.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in January, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Richmond to Des Moines during May average around $372.

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Best Price Found	$188
Fastest flight time	4h 56m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Richmond in the past 72 hours is $188. The best round-trip flight deal from Richmond to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $378.

The fastest flight from Richmond to Des Moines takes 4h 56m

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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 56m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport as of October 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Richmond and Des Moines, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 37% and United Airlines with 24%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,165 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $328	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,377 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $332	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,664 reviews	Search Delta flights

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