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$97+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Virginia

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DSM — RIC
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
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Cheap 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Southwest)

One-way from

$97
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$519
From Des Moines to Virginia
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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 julio 3, 2025.

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.
jue. 8/146:00 amDSM - RDU
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
lun. 8/187:35 amRDU - DSM
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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. 11/42:15 pmDSM - ORF
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/61:31 pmORF - DSM
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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. 9/305:38 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/75:00 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
dom. 8/177:15 pmDSM - RDU
2 stops22h 36mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/247:56 pmRDU - DSM
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$247
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/153:12 pmDSM - ROA
1 stop7h 06mDelta
vie. 8/227:10 amROA - DSM
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 7/1$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
jue. 9/45:44 amDSM - GSO
1 stop6h 50mDelta
dom. 9/76:04 amGSO - DSM
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/3$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
sáb. 8/164:23 pmDSM - ROA
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/236:17 pmROA - DSM
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$250
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/66:00 amDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 54mDelta
mié. 9/105:45 amRDU - DSM
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/1$252
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/67:08 amDSM - RDU
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/105:16 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
sáb. 8/306:00 amDSM - GSO
2 stops7h 17mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/16:11 pmGSO - DSM
2 stops6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$259
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/25:59 pmDSM - RIC
1 stop5h 29mDelta
mié. 8/66:46 amRIC - DSM
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/1$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/138:35 amDSM - DCA
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
lun. 9/153:55 pmDCA - DSM
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$268

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Virginia that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Virginia

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

jue. 8/14

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 8/18

7:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$237

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

mar. 8/5

3:35 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Norfolk

mar. 8/12

7:51 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$237

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

mar. 9/30

5:38 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 10/7

5:00 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$237

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

dom. 8/17

7:15 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops22h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 8/24

7:56 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$247

Des MoinesRoanoke

DSM - ROA

DSMROA

Des Moines

vie. 8/15

3:12 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Roanoke

vie. 8/22

7:10 am-2:32 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$249

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

jue. 9/4

5:44 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Greensboro/H. Point

dom. 9/7

6:04 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 33m

$249

Des MoinesRoanoke

DSM - ROA

DSMROA

Des Moines

sáb. 8/16

4:23 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Roanoke

sáb. 8/23

6:17 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$250

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

sáb. 9/6

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 9/10

5:45 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 52m

$252

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

sáb. 9/6

7:08 am-4:26 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 9/10

5:16 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$257

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

jue. 9/4

5:00 am-3:19 pm

2 stops9h 19m

Greensboro/H. Point

dom. 9/7

6:24 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops6h 04m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Virginia 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 VA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Virginia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Virginia as you normally would.

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 julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Virginia, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $118. Users have also found prices from $119 and $135 on American Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Des Moines - Norfolk, Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Virginia 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 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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