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Cheapest round-trip
$397
Typical prices: $366-$522
American Airlines
Sun 12/9Thu 12/13
DSM - ORF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$166
Typical prices: $213-$369
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/11
DSM - ORF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Norfolk. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 35% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $392 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Norfolk (DSM-ORF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Norfolk

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
6h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:07 pm - 12:02 amORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 11:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
8h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:58 amORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
6h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$402American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
Delta Logo
6:11 pm - 11:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
4h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 10:53 amORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
6h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$432Delta
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
4h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:27 pm - 11:58 pmORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
4h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$444American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 26
Delta Logo
6:11 pm - 11:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
4h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 7:25 pmORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
8h 35m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$457Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
8h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:46 amORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 1:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
6h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 11:05 pmORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
8h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$460Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:37 amORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
5h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$462United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Dec 26
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
5h 03m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 7:25 pmORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
8h 35m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$467Delta
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 12:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORF Norfolk
6h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 11:00 pmORF  Norfolk-DSM Des Moines
4h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$543Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Norfolk flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Norfolk typically range from $366 to $522. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Norfolk at $280 round-trip.
•January ($702) and March ($696) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 150% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Norfolk flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$166
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 74% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Norfolk

When to book flights from Des Moines to Norfolk

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Norfolk:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Norfolk takes 00m, covering 985 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Norfolk range from $366 to $522, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Norfolk 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 $397 to $1,459. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Norfolk are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $225, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Norfolk Airport (ORF)?

    Norfolk Airport (ORF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Norfolk usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Norfolk (ORF).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 19% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Des Moines to Norfolk. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $354 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $182.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 4h 49m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 58m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Norfolk?

    Some of the most popular sights in Norfolk are Scope Arena, Town Point Park and The NorVa. These are among the most viewed places in Norfolk on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Norfolk flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $354, about $182 less than Monday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Norfolk trip for December. Fares historically average $280 round-trip in that month - typically $422 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Norfolk Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Norfolk
    • Quality Suites Lake Wright - Norfolk Airport
    • Tru by Hilton Norfolk Airport

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