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$90+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Virginia

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RIC
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Virginia

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Virginia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Virginia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
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RDU
1 stop21h 21m
Frontier
Tue 3/106:43 pm
RDU
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DSM
1 stop25h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$206
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
RDU
1 stop21h 21m
Frontier
Mon 3/910:38 pm
RDU
-
DSM
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$210
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1910:40 am
DSM
-
RDU
1 stop21h 18m
Frontier
Tue 3/246:43 pm
RDU
-
DSM
1 stop25h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$216
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop25h 32m
Frontier
Thu 3/126:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop26h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
RDU
1 stop21h 21m
Frontier
Thu 3/1210:38 pm
RDU
-
DSM
1 stop12h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop15h 41m
Frontier
Mon 3/168:00 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop12h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/197:53 pm
DSM
-
IAD
1 stop16h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/256:20 am
IAD
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DSM
2 stops13h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/182:56 pm
DSM
-
IAD
1 stop15h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/256:20 am
IAD
-
DSM
2 stops13h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$256
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/277:59 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop25h 00m
Frontier
Sun 3/16:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop25h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/188:21 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop15h 41m
Frontier
Tue 3/242:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop30h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/197:32 pm
DSM
-
RDU
1 stop17h 07m
Frontier
Sun 2/227:38 pm
RDU
-
DSM
1 stop23h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21$265
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:32 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop16h 43m
Frontier
Sun 2/226:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop25h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21$268

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Virginia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Virginia flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$702
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($123 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Virginia 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Virginia that are best for you.

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Price

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

10:40 am-8:58 am

1 stop21h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/24

6:43 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop25h 33m

$216

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:27 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop21h 21m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/12

10:38 pm-10:05 am

1 stop12h 27m

$218

Des MoinesBlountville

DSM - TRI

DSMTRI

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

2:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Wed 2/25

7:15 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$249

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 2/19

7:32 pm-1:39 pm

1 stop17h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

7:38 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop23h 54m

$265

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

5:25 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Greensboro/H. Point

Sun 6/28

6:55 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 19m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

6:20 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 35m

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 6/30

6:55 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

6:20 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 35m

Greensboro/H. Point

Sun 6/21

6:55 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 19m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

5:25 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 6/30

12:35 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$269

Des MoinesRoanoke

DSM - ROA

DSMROA

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

4:25 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Roanoke

Mon 2/9

5:14 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$279

Des MoinesCharlottesville

DSM - CHO

DSMCHO

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

4:25 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Charlottesville Albemarle

Sun 2/8

7:09 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia (average of $208). Flying from Des Moines to Virginia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 Virginia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Virginia. 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 Virginia. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Virginia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Virginia?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Virginia.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Virginia?

    Departing from Des Moines to Virginia will take you 4h 31m. The distance from Des Moines to Virginia is about 827 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Virginia?

    While some choose either Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Des Moines - Raleigh-Durham, Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is the most popular route from Des Moines to Virginia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia (average of $208). Flying from Des Moines to Virginia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 Virginia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Virginia. 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$195Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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