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$194+ Cheap flights from Norfolk to Des Moines (ORF - DSM)

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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORF — DSM
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Norfolk to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Norfolk to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Norfolk to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:00 amORF - DSM
1 stop17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/311:45 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$412
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:47 pmORF - DSM
2 stops16h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/233:45 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop21h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$477
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:00 amORF - DSM
1 stop17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2910:53 amDSM - ORF
1 stop26h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$479
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Fri 12/197:40 pmORF - DSM
2 stops20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - ORF
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$541
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/158:30 amORF - DSM
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/316:15 amDSM - ORF
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$594
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/238:09 pmORF - DSM
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/294:16 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/199:00 amORF - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2412:56 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$638

Find flight deals from Norfolk to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Norfolk (ORF) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$194
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$438
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Norfolk 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Norfolk to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Norfolk

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Thu 1/8

10:05 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$303

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-11:12 pm

1 stop17h 12m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

1:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$412

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-11:12 pm

1 stop17h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

10:53 am-2:16 pm

1 stop26h 23m

$479

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 12/19

7:40 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops20h 17m

Des Moines

Wed 12/24

8:31 am-2:06 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$541

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Mon 12/15

8:30 am-7:55 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

6:15 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$594

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 12/26

5:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$204

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 12/26

5:40 am-11:00 am

2 stops6h 20m

$306

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 12/26

2:34 pm-8:41 am

3 stops43h 07m

$395

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/4

Compare providers for flights from Norfolk to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Norfolk to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Norfolk-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Norfolk-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Norfolk-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Norfolk-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Norfolk-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Norfolk to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Norfolk with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Norfolk to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to Des Moines (average of $171). Flying from Norfolk to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 ORF to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Norfolk to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

When flying from Norfolk to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Norfolk to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Norfolk to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Norfolk to Des Moines?

    For as low as $303, United Airlines can have you in Des Moines from Norfolk in 5h 28m. The distance between Norfolk and Des Moines is about 985 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Norfolk to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Norfolk to Des Moines is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $236 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $270 and $331 round-trip. Delta is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Norfolk to Des Moines?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Norfolk to Des Moines 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 Norfolk to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to Des Moines (average of $171). Flying from Norfolk to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 Norfolk to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Norfolk to Des Moines. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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