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$136+ 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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORF
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$386
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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 May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 8/53:35 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:26 amORF - DSM
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/146:47 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Sat 6/216:00 amORF - DSM
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/29$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 8/53:38 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/126:10 amORF - DSM
2 stops9h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$346
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/141:15 pmDSM - ORF
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2111:44 amORF - DSM
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$435
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 7/276:00 amDSM - ORF
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Thu 7/312:50 pmORF - DSM
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$439

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Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

7:07 am-12:41 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Norfolk

Tue 8/12

1:01 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$271

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

2:28 pm-10:29 am

2 stops19h 01m

Norfolk

Thu 5/15

12:13 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 42m

$274

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

6:47 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 37m

Norfolk

Sat 6/21

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$297

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

11:25 am-11:36 pm

2 stops11h 11m

Norfolk

Tue 8/12

5:05 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$346

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

7:25 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Norfolk

Sun 8/3

5:35 pm-12:05 am

2 stops7h 30m

$402

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

10:18 am-4:18 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$136

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Thu 7/3

5:25 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$176

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

2:00 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$184

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

6:24 am-1:57 pm

2 stops6h 33m

$189

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Deals found on 4/30

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
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 Des Moines-Norfolk flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Norfolk flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 Des Moines-Norfolk 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 Des Moines to Norfolk

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Norfolk (average of $297). Flying from Des Moines to Norfolk in June is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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.

Rainfall in Norfolk by month

Plan your trip to Norfolk by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Norfolk ranges from 2.9 - 5.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Norfolk when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Norfolk by month

Plan your trip to Norfolk by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Norfolk, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

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.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($271), Delta ($297), and United Airlines ($346) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Norfolk. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $136 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $176 and American Airlines from $184 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Norfolk (average of $297). Flying from Des Moines to Norfolk in June is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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