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$74+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RIC
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
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 December 15, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2311:14 amDSM - IAD
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Mon 12/299:58 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/312:07 pmDSM - CHO
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/65:20 pmCHO - DSM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/2511:15 amDSM - CHO
1 stop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:49 amCHO - DSM
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/216:30 pmDSM - GSO
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Thu 1/152:00 pmGSO - DSM
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/15$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/303:14 pmDSM - ROA
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:40 amROA - DSM
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/218:00 amDSM - GSO
2 stops12h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/148:00 amGSO - DSM
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/318:00 amDSM - CHO
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/68:15 amCHO - DSM
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/213:55 pmDSM - GSO
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/158:30 amGSO - DSM
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$349
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:14 amDSM - IAD
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Sat 1/310:15 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Wed 12/313:14 pmDSM - ORF
2 stops7h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1010:05 amORF - DSM
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/256:15 amDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Sun 12/285:09 pmRIC - DSM
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/13$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/181:30 pmDSM - GSO
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/205:26 pmGSO - DSM
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$369

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Virginia

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$74
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$482
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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 December 15, 2025.
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 MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

2:58 pm-11:55 am

2 stops19h 57m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

8:20 am-10:46 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$241

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

4:30 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/5

3:08 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$267

Des MoinesRoanoke

DSM - ROA

DSMROA

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

5:16 pm-12:04 am

1 stop5h 48m

Roanoke

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

4:25 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Greensboro/H. Point

Mon 1/19

5:43 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

3:35 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Greensboro/H. Point

Sat 1/31

5:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$269

Des MoinesRoanoke

DSM - ROA

DSMROA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

5:16 pm-12:04 am

1 stop5h 48m

Roanoke

Wed 2/4

3:49 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

1:03 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Greensboro/H. Point

Mon 2/9

5:19 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$269

Des MoinesNorfolk

DSM - ORF

DSMORF

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

2:58 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Norfolk

Thu 2/5

6:45 am-10:46 pm

2 stops17h 01m

$269

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

5:01 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 1/14

7:41 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$270

Des MoinesCharlottesville

DSM - CHO

DSMCHO

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

2:07 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Charlottesville Albemarle

Tue 1/6

5:20 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$270

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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, 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 $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 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 December 15, 2025.
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
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
11,052 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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 16m. 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. Reagan-National or Des Moines - Raleigh-Durham, 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, 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 $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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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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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