$196+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Richmond (DSM - RIC)
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DSM — RIC
Nov 7 — Nov 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to RichmondExplore 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 October 8, 2026.
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 October 8, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Fri 11/131:58 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Mon 11/165:24 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 10/7![American Airlines logo]()
$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/1810:30 am -
1 stop4h 39m
Wed 1/139:45 am -
1 stop7h 42m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/186:53 pm -
1 stop4h 57m
Thu 1/146:00 am -
1 stop6h 29m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/298:28 am -
1 stop12h 09m
Sun 11/14:51 pm -
1 stop20h 41m
Deal found 10/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/1810:30 am -
1 stop4h 39m
Fri 1/151:35 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Sun 12/206:16 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Fri 1/16:20 pm -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 10/5![American Airlines logo]()
$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 11/61:27 pm -
1 stop8h 28m
Mon 11/96:10 am -
1 stop5h 22m
Deal found 10/6![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 11/134:25 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Mon 11/166:05 am -
2 stops6h 20m
Deal found 10/6![Southwest logo]()
$386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/298:43 am -
2 stops11h 54m
Sun 11/14:51 pm -
1 stop20h 41m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/3111:22 am -
1 stop5h 07m
Sun 11/17:59 pm -
1 stop4h 58m
Deal found 10/2![American Airlines logo]()
$407
Best flights from Des Moines to RichmondDiscover 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 October 8, 2026.
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 October 8, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/1810:30 am -
1 stop4h 39m
Wed 1/139:45 am -
1 stop7h 42m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 1/268:00 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Wed 1/276:00 am -
1 stop7h 17m
Deal found 10/6![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Fri 11/134:25 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Mon 11/166:05 am -
2 stops6h 20m
Deal found 10/7![Southwest logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/317:29 am -
2 stops9h 00m
Sun 11/18:13 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 10/2![American Airlines logo]()
$450
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/186:53 pm -
1 stop4h 57m
Thu 1/146:00 am -
1 stop6h 29m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/1810:30 am -
1 stop4h 39m
Fri 1/151:35 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Mon 12/216:16 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Sat 12/268:12 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Deal found 10/5![American Airlines logo]()
$465
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to RichmondDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond. Data last updated October 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond. Data last updated October 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/298:28 am -
1 stop12h 09m
Sun 11/14:51 pm -
1 stop20h 41m
Deal found 10/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/298:43 am -
2 stops11h 54m
Sun 11/14:51 pm -
1 stop20h 41m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 10/3111:22 am -
1 stop5h 07m
Sun 11/17:59 pm -
1 stop4h 58m
Deal found 10/2![American Airlines logo]()
$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Sun 11/15:39 am -
1 stop5h 19m
Sun 11/88:13 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 10/4![American Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 11/64:25 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Mon 11/911:30 am -
2 stops11h 35m
Deal found 10/6![Southwest logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Fri 11/131:58 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Mon 11/165:24 pm -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 10/7![American Airlines logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 11/134:25 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Mon 11/166:05 am -
2 stops6h 20m
Deal found 10/6![Southwest logo]()
$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Mon 11/237:06 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Sun 11/296:29 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 10/4![American Airlines logo]()
$415
One-way flights from Des Moines to RichmondSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Richmond. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Richmond. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Tue 12/226:11 pm -
1 stop4h 12m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/6![Delta logo]()
$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Tue 12/225:10 am -
2 stops5h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/6![Southwest logo]()
$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/228:00 am -
3 stops13h 33m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/6![United Airlines logo]()
$325
Find 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 October 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $289 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $196 (Delta) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $402 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Richmond that are best for you.
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Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Tue 12/22
6:11 pm-11:23 pm
1 stop4h 12m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$196
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Tue 12/22
5:10 am-12:00 pm
2 stops5h 50m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$224
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Fri 12/18
10:30 am-4:09 pm
1 stop4h 39m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 1/13
9:45 am-4:27 pm
1 stop7h 42m
$315
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Fri 12/18
6:53 pm-12:50 am
1 stop4h 57m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Thu 1/14
6:00 am-11:29 am
1 stop6h 29m
$322
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Tue 12/22
8:00 am-10:33 pm
3 stops13h 33m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$325
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Tue 1/26
8:00 am-2:47 pm
1 stop5h 47m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Wed 1/27
6:00 am-12:17 pm
1 stop7h 17m
$355
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Fri 12/18
10:30 am-4:09 pm
1 stop4h 39m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Fri 1/15
1:35 pm-8:00 pm
1 stop7h 25m
$359
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Fri 11/13
4:25 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop4h 35m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Mon 11/16
6:05 am-11:25 am
2 stops6h 20m
$385
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Sat 10/31
7:29 am-5:29 pm
2 stops9h 00m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sun 11/1
8:13 pm-12:26 am
1 stop5h 13m
$450
Des MoinesRichmond
DSM Des Moines - RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
DSMRIC
Des Moines
Mon 12/21
6:16 pm-12:21 am
1 stop5h 05m
Richmond Byrd Intl
Sat 12/26
8:12 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 46m
$465
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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 Richmond in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Richmond
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Richmond (average of $316). Flying from Des Moines to Richmond in May is currently the most expensive (average of $647). 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 Des Moines to Richmond?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Richmond flights typically cost between $390 and $410 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $289 on American Airlines (Nov 13-Nov 16).
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 October 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$195 | Average$486 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$338 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$647 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |