How long is the flight from Des Moines to Richmond?

There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Richmond in 4h 31m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 912 mi between Des Moines and Richmond. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Currently priced at $237, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Richmond and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $248. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, 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 37.4 F).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to RIC?

When flying from Des Moines to Richmond, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Richmond 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-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Richmond?

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

Wed 12/245:35 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 41mDelta

Sat 12/276:20 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 18mDelta

Deal found 12/21

$737

Wed 12/2411:35 amDSM - RIC

2 stops9h 52mUnited Airlines

Sat 12/276:25 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$742

Wed 12/246:15 amDSM - RIC

2 stops8h 20mSouthwest

Sat 12/275:45 pmRIC - DSM

2 stops7h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/21

$747

Best flights from Des Moines to Richmond
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Thu 2/52:58 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop30h 06mMultiple Airlines

Sat 2/288:05 amRIC - DSM

2 stops31h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$300

Wed 2/46:24 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 43mDelta

Sat 2/2812:45 pmRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 12mDelta

Deal found 12/21

$317

Thu 2/56:07 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines

Sat 2/286:15 amRIC - DSM

1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$329

Thu 2/58:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Sat 2/286:00 amRIC - DSM

2 stops9h 27mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$334

Wed 2/412:25 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 34mDelta

Wed 2/115:40 amRIC - DSM

1 stop6h 01mDelta

Deal found 12/21

$317

Tue 1/138:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/156:00 amRIC - DSM

2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$334

Tue 2/312:06 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 53mDelta

Sat 2/287:00 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 43mDelta

Deal found 12/21

$317

Sat 1/173:35 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/2010:29 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$339

Last-minute flights from Des Moines to Richmond
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond. Data last updated December 23, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 12/245:35 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 41mDelta

Sat 12/276:20 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 18mDelta

Deal found 12/21

$737

Wed 12/2411:35 amDSM - RIC

2 stops9h 52mUnited Airlines

Sat 12/276:25 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$742

Mon 1/53:14 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines

Fri 1/98:00 amRIC - DSM

1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$537

Tue 1/63:35 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/108:03 amRIC - DSM

1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$467

Tue 1/135:35 amDSM - RIC

1 stop5h 37mDelta

Thu 1/157:19 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 05mDelta

Deal found 12/22

$329

Tue 1/138:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/156:00 amRIC - DSM

2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$334

Sat 1/173:35 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/2010:29 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$339

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Most accurate provider	Mytrip 3 stars
Most trusted provider	Mytrip 3 stars
Round-trip from	$300 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$562

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Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

2:58 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop30h 06m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/28

8:05 am-2:18 pm

2 stops31h 13m

$300

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

6:24 am-12:07 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/28

12:45 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$317

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

12:25 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 2/11

5:40 am-10:41 am

1 stop6h 01m

$317

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

12:06 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

$317

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:07 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 31m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/28

6:15 am-1:17 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$329

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

8:00 am-1:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-2:27 pm

2 stops9h 27m

$334

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-1:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$334

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

3:35 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/20

10:29 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$339

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Deals found on 12/21

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Richmond

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Mytrip	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Richmond 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-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Richmond (average of $181). Flying from Des Moines to Richmond in February is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 Richmond

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Des Moines to Richmond. 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

8,014 reviews

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

8,014 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,054 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Richmond?
There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Richmond in 4h 31m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 912 mi between Des Moines and Richmond. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Richmond round-trip?
Currently priced at $237, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Richmond and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $248. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Richmond that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Richmond flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Richmond?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Richmond.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Richmond?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond 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 Richmond?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Richmond (average of $181). Flying from Des Moines to Richmond in February is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$237	Average$401	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$248	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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