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$150+ 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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORF — DSM
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$150
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$378
From Norfolk to Des Moines
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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 septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
sáb. 10/2512:53 pmORF - DSM
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
jue. 10/306:07 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 11/176:20 amORF - DSM
2 stops10h 52mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/188:02 amDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
sáb. 10/256:00 amORF - DSM
2 stops9h 23mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/301:05 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 11/1712:15 pmORF - DSM
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
mar. 11/188:20 amDSM - ORF
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
dom. 10/1210:58 amORF - DSM
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/136:00 amDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
sáb. 9/279:56 amORF - DSM
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/13:50 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
sáb. 9/278:08 amORF - DSM
1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/11:00 pmDSM - ORF
2 stops9h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 10/235:24 amORF - DSM
2 stops27h 41mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/2610:41 amDSM - ORF
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 10/235:30 amORF - DSM
2 stops6h 30mSouthwest
dom. 10/266:00 amDSM - ORF
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$438

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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 septiembre 11, 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

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

sáb. 10/25

12:53 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

6:07 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$259

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

lun. 11/17

6:20 am-4:12 pm

2 stops10h 52m

Des Moines

mar. 11/18

8:02 am-2:34 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$264

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

sáb. 10/25

6:00 am-2:23 pm

2 stops9h 23m

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

1:05 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$304

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

lun. 11/17

12:15 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Des Moines

mar. 11/18

8:20 am-5:35 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$311

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

vie. 10/17

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Des Moines

dom. 10/19

5:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$326

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

dom. 10/12

10:58 am-5:42 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Des Moines

lun. 10/13

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$326

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

sáb. 9/27

9:56 am-3:16 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

mié. 10/1

3:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$333

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

sáb. 9/27

8:08 am-4:17 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Des Moines

mié. 10/1

1:00 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$338

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

vie. 10/17

3:55 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Des Moines

dom. 10/19

6:00 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$442

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

lun. 10/20

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$150

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Best time to book a flight from Norfolk to Des Moines

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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 $336). Flying from Norfolk to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 septiembre 11, 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 15% 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 septiembre 11, 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 $259, American Airlines can have you in Des Moines from Norfolk in 4h 24m. The distance between Norfolk and Des Moines is about 985 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $283 round-trip. Delta is priced at 46% 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 $336). Flying from Norfolk to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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