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$146+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — DSM
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Richmond to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/224:17 pm
RIC
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OMA
1 stop8h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 9/13:11 pm
OMA
-
RIC
1 stop5h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/226:30 am
RIC
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OMA
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Mon 8/3110:25 am
OMA
-
RIC
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/226:40 am
RIC
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OMA
2 stops6h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 8/316:02 am
OMA
-
RIC
2 stops7h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/16:40 am
RIC
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OMA
2 stops6h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 9/301:03 pm
OMA
-
RIC
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/195:08 pm
RIC
-
CID
1 stop7h 15m
Delta
Sun 11/225:05 pm
CID
-
RIC
1 stop5h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/57:05 pm
RIC
-
DSM
1 stop20h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/98:04 pm
DSM
-
RIC
1 stop22h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/281:00 pm
RIC
-
CID
2 stops10h 23m
Delta
Sun 8/304:16 pm
CID
-
RIC
1 stop6h 41m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/276:17 pm
RIC
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DSM
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:08 pm
DSM
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RIC
1 stop6h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 9/268:27 pm
RIC
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OMA
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 10/66:00 am
OMA
-
RIC
1 stop6h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/266:30 am
RIC
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OMA
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Tue 10/61:50 pm
OMA
-
RIC
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 11/235:01 pm
RIC
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OMA
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Fri 11/2712:48 pm
OMA
-
RIC
1 stop5h 13m
Delta
Deal found 7/29$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/2810:36 am
RIC
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OMA
1 stop4h 39m
United Airlines
Mon 8/311:55 pm
OMA
-
RIC
2 stops8h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$341

Find flight deals from Richmond to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(Delta)

One-way from

$146
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$406
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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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Iowa that are best for you.

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Route

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/1

6:05 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 13m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/30

5:25 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 26m

$291

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/1

3:30 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/30

12:20 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$301

RichmondCedar Rapids

RIC - CID

RICCID

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/19

7:09 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 11/22

2:00 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$319

RichmondCedar Rapids

RIC - CID

RICCID

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/28

5:42 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 8/30

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

$319

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 9/4

5:37 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 9/6

1:36 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$336

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/14

4:17 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/18

3:11 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$336

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/23

5:01 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 11/27

12:48 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$336

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/7

6:11 am-10:18 am

1 stop5h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

6:54 pm-12:43 am

1 stop4h 49m

$348

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/10

6:30 am-1:45 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

5:40 am-7:15 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$356

RichmondOmaha

RIC - OMA

RICOMA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/4

5:40 am-9:43 am

1 stop5h 03m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 10/8

12:37 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Iowa (average of $285). Flying from Richmond to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond to Iowa?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Richmond to Iowa flights typically cost between $376 and $493 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $322 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 5-Nov 9).

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 August 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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, Southwest, and American Airlines can get you from Richmond to Iowa in just under 5h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 28m. There are 821 mi between Richmond and Iowa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Richmond Byrd Intl - Des Moines or Richmond Byrd Intl - Cedar Rapids, Richmond Byrd Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Iowa (average of $285). Flying from Richmond to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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