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$153+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Iowa

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — DSM
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/123:00 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/151:56 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$254
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Sat 12/206:24 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop15h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - RIC
2 stops33h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$288
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Thu 12/182:58 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - RIC
2 stops33h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Thu 12/43:25 pmRIC - CID
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sun 12/75:50 amCID - RIC
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/23$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Thu 12/410:11 amRIC - CID
2 stops9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/76:00 amCID - RIC
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Sun 12/212:58 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - RIC
2 stops33h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Fri 12/199:14 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - RIC
2 stops9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/182:58 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:30 pmDSM - RIC
2 stops36h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/43:25 pmRIC - CID
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Mon 12/84:25 pmCID - RIC
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/25$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/182:58 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop8h 28mAllegiant Air
Sun 1/46:15 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop25h 05mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/25$342
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Thu 11/2712:24 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/16:53 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop15h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$347
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Thu 12/410:54 amRIC - CID
2 stops8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/89:22 amCID - RIC
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$349

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$153
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$373
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Iowa 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Iowa that are best for you.

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Richmond

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Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

RichmondMoline

RIC - MLI

RICMLI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/27

5:00 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/31

5:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 05m

$249

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 12/12

3:00 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

1:56 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$254

RichmondCedar Rapids

RIC - CID

RICCID

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

7:05 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 26m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/7

2:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops8h 30m

$254

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/9

5:23 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/12

6:15 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$305

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

2:58 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

6:30 pm-8:22 am

2 stops36h 52m

$317

RichmondCedar Rapids

RIC - CID

RICCID

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

5:23 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/7

3:16 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$319

RichmondWaterloo

RIC - ALO

RICALO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

1:40 pm-10:23 pm

2 stops9h 43m

Waterloo

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-4:33 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$329

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/17

12:47 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

2:50 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$331

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

2:58 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

6:15 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$342

RichmondCedar Rapids

RIC - CID

RICCID

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/6

8:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/15

11:32 am-5:30 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$364

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Iowa (average of $74). Flying from Richmond to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 RIC to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Richmond to Iowa by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Richmond to Iowa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
9,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
11,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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 Richmond to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to Iowa?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC), located 6.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Richmond to Iowa.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Iowa?

    Delta and American Airlines can get you from Richmond to Iowa in just under 5h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 42m. There are 1023 mi between Richmond and Iowa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $153. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Allegiant Air, as they are both options that can get you from Richmond to Iowa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Richmond to Iowa?

    While some choose either Richmond Byrd Intl - Moline Quad-City or Richmond Byrd Intl - Cedar Rapids, Richmond Byrd Intl - Des Moines is the most popular route from Richmond to Iowa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Iowa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Iowa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Iowa 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 Richmond to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Iowa (average of $74). Flying from Richmond to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 Richmond to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Iowa. 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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