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Cheap flights from Richmond to Des Moines from $170

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 9:14 am
RIC
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DSM
13h 44m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:04 am - 8:17 am
DSM
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RIC
21h 13m
1 stop
$261Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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3:51 pm - 10:58 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 07m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 8:39 am
DSM
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RIC
20h 39m
1 stop
$298Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 24
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 10:43 am
RIC
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DSM
4h 48m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:39 pm - 12:52 am
DSM
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RIC
5h 13m
1 stop
$335Delta
Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 11:30 am
RIC
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DSM
4h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 8:55 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 40m
1 stop
$346Southwest
Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 5
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3:51 pm - 10:58 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 07m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:05 pm
DSM
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RIC
9h 05m
1 stop
$347Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Sun, Jun 21
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3:51 pm - 10:58 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 07m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 2:46 pm
DSM
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RIC
23h 30m
2 stops
$348Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 24
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3:51 pm - 10:58 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 07m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:32 pm
DSM
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RIC
31h 32m
2 stops
$349Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 25
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 11:30 am
RIC
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DSM
4h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 12:55 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 25m
2 stops
$351Southwest
Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 5
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6:05 am - 1:30 pm
RIC
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DSM
8h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 12:55 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 25m
2 stops
$356Southwest
Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 5
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3:51 pm - 9:57 pm
RIC
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DSM
7h 06m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 8:39 am
DSM
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RIC
20h 39m
1 stop
$364Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jun 14 - Wed, Jun 24

United Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Jun 2
RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:27 amDes Moines
Jun 3
DSM3:01 pmDes Moines
6h 50m
1 stop
RIC10:51 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$415
United Airlines
Jun 2
RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:27 amDes Moines
Jun 3
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
7h 01m
2 stops
RIC2:01 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$420
United Airlines
Jun 2
RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
11h 15m
2 stops
DSM4:15 pmDes Moines
Jun 3
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
8h 01m
2 stops
RIC2:01 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$425

Southwest flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
May 2
RIC8:10 amRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 20m
1 stop
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
May 5
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
4h 40m
1 stop
RIC8:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$346
Southwest
May 2
RIC8:10 amRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 20m
1 stop
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
May 5
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 25m
2 stops
RIC12:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$351
Southwest
May 2
RIC6:05 amRichmond Byrd Intl
8h 25m
2 stops
DSM1:30 pmDes Moines
May 5
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 25m
2 stops
RIC12:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$356

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RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/20

8:30 pm-9:14 am

1 stop13h 44m

Des Moines

Mon 8/24

10:04 am-8:17 am

1 stop21h 13m

$261

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/11

3:51 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

11:00 am-8:39 am

1 stop20h 39m

$298

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/16

6:55 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 48m

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

6:39 pm-12:52 am

1 stop5h 13m

$335
Quickest round-trip

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/2

8:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

3:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$346

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/11

3:51 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

6:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$347

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/11

3:51 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

2:16 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$348

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/11

3:51 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Des Moines

Thu 6/25

6:00 am-2:32 pm

2 stops31h 32m

$349

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/2

8:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

5:30 am-12:55 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$351

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/2

6:05 am-1:30 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

5:30 am-12:55 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$356

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/14

3:51 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

11:00 am-8:39 am

1 stop20h 39m

$364

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If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in October, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Richmond to Des Moines during November average around $322.

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Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Richmond to Des Moines takes 4h 20m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Richmond to Des Moines

  • 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 20m.

  • 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?

  • 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
8,406 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,572 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $328Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,569 reviews
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