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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $386-$634
American Airlines
Sun 11/4Sun 11/11
DSM - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $196-$368
Southwest
Mon 9/17
DSM - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 39% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $294 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Richmond (DSM-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Richmond

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:25 pm - 9:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 11:25 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$325Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 10:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:17 pm - 11:26 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 7:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 12:26 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 7:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 10:10 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 4:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 11:25 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$330Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 3:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 11:25 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$330Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:30 amDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 7:14 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 14m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$391Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 4:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 10:46 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$391Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
11:23 am - 5:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
9h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$405United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 11:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 12:27 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$405United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Richmond flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Richmond start at $325. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $386 to $634. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Richmond, it is 27% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Richmond?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Richmond at $296 round-trip.
  • January ($735) and May ($647) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 148% 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 Richmond flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 30% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 51% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Des Moines to Richmond?

    Flights from Des Moines to Richmond usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% 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 Des Moines to Richmond?

    On the Des Moines to Richmond route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $357 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $647: a $290 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Downtown Richmond, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Hippodrome Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Richmond takes 0h 00m, covering 912 miles.

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

    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 Des Moines to Richmond 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 $325 to $1,261. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 42m, compared with 5h 00m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 02m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

    Richmond 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 car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Richmond range from $386 to $634, with an average of $487 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Richmond 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $357 - about $290 less than Sunday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Richmond trip for September. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $439 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 Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    - Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to Richmond

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
Richmond (RIC)