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$159+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Norfolk (DSM - ORF)

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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORF
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Norfolk
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Norfolk. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/107:44 amDSM - ORF
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1711:55 amORF - DSM
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/108:00 amDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/154:45 pmORF - DSM
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/224:16 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/411:55 amORF - DSM
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/108:00 amDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:05 amORF - DSM
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2211:00 amDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Thu 12/45:15 amORF - DSM
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/27$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/106:15 amDSM - ORF
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Sun 12/1411:35 amORF - DSM
2 stops13h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$376
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/137:30 amDSM - ORF
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/179:32 amORF - DSM
1 stop14h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/221:05 pmDSM - ORF
2 stops9h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/46:05 amORF - DSM
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$435

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Norfolk

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk (ORF). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Delta)

One-way from

$159
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$368
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Norfolk that are best for you.

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Norfolk

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Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

10:54 am-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Norfolk

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

$287

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Sat 11/22

4:16 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 04m

Norfolk

Thu 12/4

11:55 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$315

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

3:17 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops6h 56m

Norfolk

Mon 12/15

4:45 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$318

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

8:00 am-2:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Norfolk

Sun 12/14

6:05 am-10:53 am

1 stop5h 48m

$350

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Norfolk

Sun 1/18

10:05 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$367

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

4:03 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 17m

$159

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Sat 11/22

4:16 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 04m

$159

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

2:19 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$159

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

2:43 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop24h 29m

$181

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

6:15 am-5:35 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$185

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Norfolk

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 Des Moines to Norfolk in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Des Moines-Norfolk flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Norfolk flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Norfolk flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Norfolk flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Des Moines-Norfolk flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Norfolk (average of $208). Flying from Des Moines to Norfolk in February is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Norfolk

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Norfolk. 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 Norfolk. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Norfolk, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Norfolk. 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 Des Moines to Norfolk?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Norfolk in just under 5h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 45m. The distance from Des Moines to Norfolk 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 Des Moines to Norfolk round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($249), United Airlines ($259), and American Airlines ($286) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Norfolk. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Norfolk (average of $208). Flying from Des Moines to Norfolk in February is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 Norfolk

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Norfolk. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$249Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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