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$119+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chesapeake, VA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RIC
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Wed 7/23
Wed 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Chesapeake

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Chesapeake flight deals. Data was last updated July 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$492
From Des Moines to Chesapeake
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Chesapeake. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:30 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Thu 11/67:00 amORF - DSM
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/16$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:24 amDSM - ORF
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/196:15 amORF - DSM
2 stops7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/15$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:00 amDSM - ORF
2 stops13h 25mSouthwest
Sat 9/278:45 amORF - DSM
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/15$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2912:44 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/56:30 amORF - DSM
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/15$282
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3011:00 amDSM - ORF
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/35:20 pmORF - DSM
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14$361

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Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

6:30 pm-12:01 am

1 stop4h 31m

Norfolk

Thu 11/6

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$237

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

6:24 am-3:14 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Norfolk

Tue 8/19

6:15 am-12:23 pm

2 stops7h 08m

$242

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Fri 9/26

7:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops13h 25m

Norfolk

Sat 9/27

8:45 am-8:20 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$269

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Fri 8/29

12:44 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Norfolk

Fri 9/5

6:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$282

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 7/30

11:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops20h 15m

Norfolk

Sun 8/3

5:20 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$361

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

5:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$119

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:15 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops7h 12m

$124

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Deals found on 7/17

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Chesapeake

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chesapeake?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chesapeake (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Chesapeake in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to C6E?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Chesapeake. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 18, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chesapeake

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chesapeake. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chesapeake. Reviews last updated July 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,864 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake. 3 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chesapeake per day.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Chesapeake flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Chesapeake by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chesapeake?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chesapeake (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Chesapeake in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Chesapeake

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Chesapeake. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$277Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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