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Cheap flights from Richmond to Des Moines from $136

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Delta Logo
8:00 am - 12:28 pmRIC-DSM
5h 28m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:21 pm - 11:17 pmDSM-RIC
4h 56m1 stop
$350Delta
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Thu, Jan 1 - Fri, Jan 2
American Airlines Logo
9:07 am - 1:21 pmRIC-DSM
5h 14m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 11:51 pmDSM-RIC
6h 56m1 stop
$362American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 19
Allegiant Air Logo
9:26 am - 8:41 amRIC-DSM
24h 15m1 stop
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2:50 pm - 8:36 amDSM-RIC
16h 46m1 stop
$380Allegiant Air
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Sat, Dec 27 - Fri, Jan 2
American Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 2:35 pmRIC-DSM
7h 53m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:48 pm - 9:34 pmDSM-RIC
5h 46m1 stop
$383American Airlines
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Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 8:03 pmRIC-DSM
7h 28m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 11:16 pmDSM-RIC
4h 51m1 stop
$387Delta
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Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 1:15 pmRIC-DSM
8h 15m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 4:55 pmDSM-RIC
9h 05m1 stop
$402Southwest
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Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 2:11 pmRIC-DSM
8h 51m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 11:21 pmDSM-RIC
10h 51m2 stops
$408United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 11:35 pmRIC-DSM
7h 45m2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 4:50 pmDSM-RIC
10h 20m2 stops
$412Southwest
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Thu, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 19
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 12:28 pmRIC-DSM
7h 08m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:21 pm - 11:17 pmDSM-RIC
4h 56m1 stop
$416Delta
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Thu, Dec 25 - Mon, Dec 29
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:33 pmRIC-DSM
8h 18m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:01 pmDSM-RIC
5h 01m1 stop
$425United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 25 - Mon, Dec 29

Delta flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Jan 1
RIC8:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 28m
1 stop
DSM12:28 pmDes Moines
Jan 2
DSM5:21 pmDes Moines
4h 56m
1 stop
RIC11:17 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$350
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Delta
Feb 12
RIC1:35 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 28m
1 stop
DSM8:03 pmDes Moines
Feb 16
DSM5:25 pmDes Moines
4h 51m
1 stop
RIC11:16 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$387
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Delta
Dec 25
RIC6:20 amRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 08m
1 stop
DSM12:28 pmDes Moines
Dec 29
DSM5:21 pmDes Moines
4h 56m
1 stop
RIC11:17 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$416
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American Airlines flights from Richmond to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Richmond to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 18
RIC9:07 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 14m
1 stop
DSM1:21 pmDes Moines
Dec 19
DSM3:55 pmDes Moines
6h 56m
1 stop
RIC11:51 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$362
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American Airlines
Mar 10
RIC7:42 amRichmond Byrd Intl
7h 53m
1 stop
DSM2:35 pmDes Moines
Mar 11
DSM2:48 pmDes Moines
5h 46m
1 stop
RIC9:34 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$383
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American Airlines
Nov 14
RIC10:23 amRichmond Byrd Intl
5h 08m
1 stop
DSM2:31 pmDes Moines
Dec 1
DSM2:15 pmDes Moines
7h 03m
1 stop
RIC10:18 pmRichmond Byrd Intl
$427
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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 November 2, 2025.
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RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/1

8:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

5:21 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$350

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

9:07 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

3:55 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$362

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/27

9:26 am-8:41 am

1 stop24h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

2:50 pm-8:36 am

1 stop16h 46m

$380

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/10

7:42 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

2:48 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$383

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/12

1:35 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

5:25 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$387

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/16

6:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

6:50 am-4:55 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$402

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/16

6:20 am-2:11 pm

2 stops8h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

11:30 am-11:21 pm

2 stops10h 51m

$408

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

4:50 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

5:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$412

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/25

6:20 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

5:21 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$416

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/25

7:15 am-2:33 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

8:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$425

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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.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Richmond to Des Moines at noon for as low as $327. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $466. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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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 02m.

  • 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
8,001 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,034 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $328Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,997 reviews
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