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Cheap flights from Virginia to Des Moines from $81

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Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 7:22 pm
DCA
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DSM
26h 22m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:17 pm - 9:59 pm
DSM
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DCA
24h 42m1 stop
$163Frontier
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 4:28 pm
RDU
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DSM
4h 28m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:16 pm - 12:15 am
DSM
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RDU
5h 59m1 stop
$271Delta
Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 11:44 pm
RDU
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DSM
8h 37m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 9:19 pm
DSM
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RDU
4h 44m1 stop
$290United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 2:33 pm
RDU
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DSM
9h 08m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:44 pm
DSM
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RDU
8h 44m2 stops
$300United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 2:53 pm
RDU
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DSM
6h 58m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 10:38 pm
DSM
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RDU
5h 38m1 stop
$318American Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 8
American Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 12:46 pm
DCA
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DSM
3h 03mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 4:44 pm
DSM
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DCA
2h 28mnonstop
$321American Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 9:10 pm
DCA
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DSM
9h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 11:15 am
DSM
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DCA
4h 05m1 stop
$346Southwest
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 9:10 pm
DCA
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DSM
9h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 2:45 pm
DSM
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DCA
7h 35m2 stops
$351Southwest
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:35 am
ORF
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DSM
28h 35m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:26 am - 9:47 pm
DSM
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ORF
10h 21m1 stop
$376Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:18 pm - 9:06 am
ORF
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DSM
36h 48m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:26 am - 9:47 pm
DSM
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ORF
10h 21m1 stop
$400Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 21

American Airlines flights from Virginia to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Virginia to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 25
RDU8:55 amRaleigh-Durham
6h 58m
2 stops
DSM2:53 pmDes Moines
Jan 8
DSM4:00 pmDes Moines
5h 38m
1 stop
RDU10:38 pmRaleigh-Durham
$318
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American Airlines
Jan 8
DCA10:43 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 03m
DSM12:46 pmDes Moines
Jan 12
DSM1:16 pmDes Moines
2h 28m
DCA4:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$321
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American Airlines
Jan 8
DCA10:10 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 34m
1 stop
DSM3:44 pmDes Moines
Jan 12
DSM1:16 pmDes Moines
2h 28m
DCA4:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$331
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Southwest flights from Virginia to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Virginia to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 8
DCA1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 10m
2 stops
DSM9:10 pmDes Moines
Jan 12
DSM6:10 amDes Moines
4h 05m
1 stop
DCA11:15 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$346
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Southwest
Jan 8
DCA1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 10m
2 stops
DSM9:10 pmDes Moines
Jan 12
DSM6:10 amDes Moines
7h 35m
2 stops
DCA2:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$351
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Southwest
Jan 26
IAD9:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 15m
1 stop
DSM7:20 pmDes Moines
Jan 30
DSM8:35 amDes Moines
6h 15m
1 stop
IAD3:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$386
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 December 11, 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/8

6:00 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop26h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:17 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 42m

$163

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/6

1:00 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

5:16 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 59m

$271

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/21

4:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

3:35 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$290

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/21

6:25 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-5:44 pm

2 stops8h 44m

$300

RaleighDes Moines

RDU - DSM

RDUDSM

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/25

8:55 am-2:53 pm

2 stops6h 58m

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

4:00 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$318

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/8

10:43 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

1:16 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$321

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/8

1:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

6:10 am-11:15 am

1 stop4h 05m

$346

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/8

1:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

6:10 am-2:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$351

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 3/13

7:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

10:26 am-9:47 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$376

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 3/13

9:18 pm-9:06 am

2 stops36h 48m

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

10:26 am-9:47 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$400

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Virginia to Des Moines

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in October, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Virginia to Des Moines during August average around $331.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Virginia to Des Moines is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $366. Flights from Virginia to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $693. 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 Virginia to Des Moines at noon for as low as $347. 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 afternoon because they tend to be around $407. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Can stopping save me money on Virginia to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 65% on your flight if you consider stops on a Virginia to Des Moines flight.

Cheap Virginia to Des Moines flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Virginia to Des Moines

Fastest flight time

2h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The fastest flight from Virginia to Des Moines takes 2h 50m
Direct flights go from Virginia to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Virginia there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Virginia to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Virginia to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,008 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,095 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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