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$119+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Richmond (DSM - RIC)

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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RIC
juil. 6 — juil. 131
dim. 7/6
dim. 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Richmond (RIC). 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 juillet 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$414
From Des Moines to Richmond Byrd Intl
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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 juillet 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mar. 9/307:55 amDSM - RIC
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/75:00 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 8/25:59 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop5h 29mDelta
mer. 8/610:05 amRIC - DSM
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/30$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
mar. 9/308:15 amDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/71:25 pmRIC - DSM
2 stops11h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
ven. 11/218:00 amDSM - RIC
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
dim. 11/234:50 pmRIC - DSM
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$372
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 7/46:00 amDSM - RIC
3 stops27h 19mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/79:31 pmRIC - DSM
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$644

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Richmond 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 juillet 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Richmond that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Richmond

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Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

mer. 8/13

6:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mer. 8/20

8:10 am-12:14 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$237

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

sam. 8/2

5:59 pm-12:28 am

1 stop5h 29m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mer. 8/6

10:05 am-1:39 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$267

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

mer. 8/13

6:24 am-1:54 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mer. 8/20

6:15 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$312

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

ven. 7/4

6:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 7/7

11:40 am-10:55 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$632

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

ven. 7/4

6:00 am-10:19 am

3 stops27h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 7/7

9:31 pm-1:31 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$644

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

mer. 8/13

8:17 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$119

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

ven. 7/18

1:15 pm-8:37 am

2 stops18h 22m

$191

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

dim. 7/6

2:43 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$284

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

dim. 7/6

7:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$289

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

dim. 7/6

6:02 am-8:23 pm

2 stops13h 21m

$495

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Deals found on 6/29

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 DSM to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated juillet 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Richmond at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated juillet 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Richmond. 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 Richmond round-trip?

    Currently priced at $237, American Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Richmond and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $267 and $312, respectively. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $119. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Richmond for a low price.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Richmond

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Richmond. 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 juillet 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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