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Cheapest round-trip
$389
Typical prices: $318-$518
United Airlines
Sun 10/14Thu 10/18
CHO - DSM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$279
Typical prices: $308-$409
Delta
Tue 12/4
CHO - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charlottesville and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 39% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York LaGuardia (LGA)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines (CHO-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlottesville to Des Moines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:25 am - 12:34 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-DSM Des Moines
7h 09m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:57 amDSM  Des Moines-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:49 pm - 9:55 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-DSM Des Moines
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 1:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:42 am - 12:20 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-DSM Des Moines
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 6:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
9h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$424United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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8:05 pm - 11:58 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-DSM Des Moines
4h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:08 am - 12:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
4h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$581American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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3:36 pm - 12:14 amCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-DSM Des Moines
9h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:08 am - 12:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
4h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$670American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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2:37 pm - 9:00 pmCHO  Charlottesville Albemarle-DSM Des Moines
7h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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6:55 am - 4:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-CHO Charlottesville Albemarle
8h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,444Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charlottesville to Des Moines flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines start at $389. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $318 to $518. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $389 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Charlottesville to Des Moines flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$279
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 129% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlottesville to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Charlottesville to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

    Flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines usually depart from Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 66% on the Charlottesville to Des Moines route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $916, a difference of $598. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Charlottesville to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 838 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Charlottesville to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $339 to $1,399. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Charlottesville to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Charlottesville to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $329, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Charlottesville to Des Moines?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 4h 54m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 07m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Charlottesville and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Charlottesville (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Charlottesville to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charlottesville to Des Moines range from $318 to $518, with an average of $403 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charlottesville to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $318 - about $598 less than Tuesday (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlottesville to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $676 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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