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Cheap flights from Richmond to Des Moines from $179

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 10:57 pm
RIC
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DSM
27h 12m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:33 pm - 8:23 am
DSM
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RIC
12h 50m
1 stop
$320Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:11 am
RIC
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DSM
5h 11m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:54 pm
DSM
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RIC
4h 54m
1 stop
$371United Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 12:19 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 19m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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RIC
8h 05m
2 stops
$376United Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22
American Airlines Logo
8:09 pm - 11:59 pm
RIC
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DSM
4h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 2:43 pm
DSM
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RIC
7h 41m
1 stop
$407American Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 30
United Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 9:40 pm
RIC
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DSM
5h 16m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:01 pm
DSM
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RIC
7h 01m
2 stops
$412United Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 30
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:29 pm
RIC
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DSM
7h 14m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 12:54 am
DSM
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RIC
4h 38m
1 stop
$415United Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29
Southwest Logo
4:55 pm - 10:45 pm
RIC
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DSM
6h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 11:50 pm
DSM
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RIC
6h 10m
2 stops
$417Southwest
Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 30
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:10 pm
RIC
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DSM
10h 55m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 12:54 am
DSM
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RIC
4h 38m
1 stop
$420United Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:10 pm
RIC
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DSM
10h 55m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:32 pm - 12:54 am
DSM
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RIC
10h 22m
2 stops
$425United Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 11:50 am
RIC
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DSM
6h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 4:15 pm
DSM
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RIC
9h 45m
2 stops
$427Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22

American Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Jul 28
RIC8:09 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM11:59 pmDes Moines
Jul 30
DSM6:02 amDes Moines
7h 41m
1 stop
RIC2:43 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$407
American Airlines
May 26
RIC8:09 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 08m
1 stop
DSM12:17 amDes Moines
May 31
DSM8:02 pmDes Moines
14h 16m
1 stop
RIC11:18 amRichmond Byrd Intl
$541
American Airlines
Apr 10
RIC3:32 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 01m
1 stop
DSM7:33 pmDes Moines
Apr 14
DSM5:01 pmDes Moines
5h 58m
1 stop
RIC11:59 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$618

Southwest flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jul 28
RIC4:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
6h 50m
2 stops
DSM10:45 pmDes Moines
Jul 30
DSM4:40 pmDes Moines
6h 10m
2 stops
RIC11:50 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$417
Southwest
Aug 19
RIC6:15 amRichmond Byrd Intl
6h 35m
2 stops
DSM11:50 amDes Moines
Aug 22
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
9h 45m
2 stops
RIC4:15 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$427
Southwest
Apr 17
RIC7:30 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
4h 35m
1 stop
DSM11:05 pmDes Moines
Apr 21
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
4h 40m
1 stop
RIC8:55 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$487

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RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/16

8:45 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops27h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

6:33 pm-8:23 am

1 stop12h 50m

$320
Quickest round-trip

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

8:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$371

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/19

8:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$376

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/28

8:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

6:02 am-2:43 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$407

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/28

5:24 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

6:00 am-2:01 pm

2 stops7h 01m

$412

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/28

6:15 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

7:16 pm-12:54 am

1 stop4h 38m

$415

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/28

4:55 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

4:40 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$417

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/28

6:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

7:16 pm-12:54 am

1 stop4h 38m

$420

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/28

6:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

1:32 pm-12:54 am

2 stops10h 22m

$425

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/19

6:15 am-11:50 am

2 stops6h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:30 am-4:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$427

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Fastest flight time

5h 11m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Richmond to Des Moines takes 5h 11m
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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 5h 11m.

  • 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
8,374 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,551 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $328Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,538 reviews
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