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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Virginia

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Norfolk
Norfolk1 stop$387
Richmond
Richmond1 stop$347
Roanoke
Roanoke1 stop$349
Charlottesville
Charlottesville1 stop$349
Lynchburg
Lynchburg1 stop$454
Newport News
Newport News1 stop$807
Raleigh
Raleigh1 stop$253
Norfolk
Norfolk1 stop$387
Richmond
Richmond1 stop$347
Roanoke
Roanoke1 stop$349
Charlottesville
Charlottesville1 stop$349
Lynchburg
Lynchburg1 stop$454
Newport News
Newport News1 stop$807
Raleigh
Raleigh1 stop$253
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Virginia flights

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

What are the cheapest fares from Des Moines to Virginia recently?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Des Moines to Virginia on KAYAK in the last week:

• Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) from $347
• Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) from $349
• Roanoke (ROA) from $449
• Norfolk (ORF) from $452

How do fares into airports in Virginia compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Virginia from Des Moines are:

• Roanoke (ROA) (avg. price $381)
• Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) (avg. price $398)
• Norfolk (ORF) (avg. price $428)

What's the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Virginia?

January is typically the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Virginia, with round-trip fares averaging $324. December and February are usually the most expensive, averaging $546 and $546, respectively.

How do fares from Des Moines to Virginia vary by day of the week?

On average, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Virginia and Monday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 50% more expensive to fly on a Monday compared to Wednesday.

What's the best time of day to fly from Des Moines to Virginia?

It's cheapest to fly to Virginia in the evening with average prices of $425. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $491.

Key details for Des Moines to Virginia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$166
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Norfolk

Your Des Moines to Virginia flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia?

    Yes. Fares from Des Moines to Virginia are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $368 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Des Moines to Virginia?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Des Moines to Virginia have typically cost between $368 and $575.

  • What are the main airports serving Virginia?

    There are 17 airports in Virginia. 40% of KAYAK users choose Norfolk (ORF) as their arrival airport, while 20% choose Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines to Virginia?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to Virginia. One-stop options include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • Southwest

  • Which destinations in Virginia can I fly nonstop from Des Moines?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, there are no nonstop flights from Des Moines to Virginia. The most popular destination you can reach with one stop is Norfolk.

  • Which cabin classes are available from Des Moines to Virginia?

    On flights from Des Moines to Virginia you can book Economy Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around Virginia?

    Virginia is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • Oceanfront
    • Virginia Beach Convention Center
    • Sandbridge Beach
    • Neptune Statue

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Virginia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in January to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in February will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Wednesday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Monday flights, which are about 50% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Roanoke (ROA) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Virginia Beach, the most popular destination in Virginia. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Richmond, Williamsburg and Arlington.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Des Moines to Virginia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Virginia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4223 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
Airline reviews

Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

2.0 MediocreChih Hsuan, Nov 2026
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Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

staff and crew were great but the flight delays for the last few flights are insane. After a long day of work and you will get a notification of flights delay is not the message we want to see. And for some reason it keeps happening often this year.

I love southwest. I can not wait until all the planes convert to the upgraded planes. I love the charging option and the newer seats. Thank you from a very loyal Southwest customer.

My return flight was much better than the flight there! I paid for seat to Veagas but not the return. Thankgoodness they assigned me a seat with additional leg room as I have back and leg problems. I really appreciate it. With the flight already being super expensive due to gas prices and having to pay for bags (now) I needed to save some money.

My first flight from LGA to STL was not good. They didn't do service until over halfway through the flight, the internet didn't really work, and the crew all seemed like they didn't want to be there.

We were stressed about landing as our connecting flight was about to start boarding, being unfamiliar with the airport or where the gates were. We exited the plane to discover we were at the gate we needed. We would be getting back on the same plane but nobody told us we could have just stayed onboard. My wife and I were seated on aisle seats across from each other. We asked if there was a way we could sit together. Once we were at cruising altitude they let us move to an unoccupied row so that was nice.

It’s Southwest. The seats are small, the snacks are meh, it’s $50 to check a bag. It’s exactly fine. Could have been better. Could have been worse. It’s not Spirit

They delayed my flight all day but didn't try to reschedule me until all other options were gone. Ended up on a red eye. Not happy. Lesson learned, don't book the last flight from SJC to RDU.

It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

WIFI was great. My selection for seating is an aisle, but during my trip, I never had an aisle seat. If we can get that corrected, I will be thrilled. No snack or drink on this flight.

My experience with Delta is always pleasant. My return flight #1426 from ATL to RIC was very delayed with departure and landing. It also took a substantial amount of time for baggage claim. It was already late at night, so the delays made for a very long day. I did not get home until after 12 midnight.

I enjoyed the whole flight and the crew was amazing i dont usually fly delta

The second half of terminal C at Hartsfield was 80 something degrees. I was sweating just sitting at the gate.

Seat was too small for someone as tall as I am. I was behind an exit row making my leg room even less. There flights were delayed by multiple hours. Some weather related and others staff related. The plane was hot. Horrible experience.

Missed the Flight from Atlanta to Roanoke due to initial flight from Houston being 2hr. late. Now waiting 17hrs. till my first available flight.

I was told that they needed to check my bag at the gate and to pick it up at the gate in Richmond. No big deal. I know they can't control the weather, but we flew around RIC for 45 minutes to avoid the storm and were 25 minutes late leaving as well. Once we landed, we were told to go to baggage claim to pick up our luggage. I went to bathroom, paid for parking, and went to the assigned baggage claim location. United flight people came down with us as well. They got their luggage immediately. Next, South West people came down about 10 minutes later. They got their luggage next. We finally got our luggage around 30 minutes in waiting. Was not a wonderful experience. No reflection on Delta, but the ground crew was lousy at best.

Never got on it. Was re-routed through Detroit and am still in airports 12 hours later waiting for my connecting plane to arrive.

Flight was delayed and no reasons provided. After the passengers were boarded, the crew made announcement that the captain has jot arrived and he would take another 15 mins. All passengers patiently sat until the captain came and started. Terrible experience!

Seats were really tight and the seat belts did not give enough slack.

Great flight. On-time, comfortable, clean aircraft, and offered snacks pre-flight to plan for a potentially turbulent route. I wish there was Wi-Fi an all Delta Aircrafts but for a short flight this is not much of a problem.

It is completely insane to me that first class does not include WiFi. Also does not include lounge access. Port for phone charging did not work. The crew was absolutely lovely, and the food was excellent.

Short. Nice quick flight, appreciated after Munich to DC leg.

Have not had a flight out or returning to Norfolk that has not required maintenance, and a gate delay. Properly staff the crew so maintenance can be performed without last minute emergencies on each flight and there is enough staff to have gates prepared for inbound flights. Staff to ensure the safety and on time service vs. profit.

1 flight cancelled Had to fly out of different city Flight at new departure city was delayed 3 hours causing us to miss connecting flights. By the time we did make it to Prague our luggage did not. Had to wait day and a half for luggage to be delivered. Customer service was not good. Agents did not arrive at gate until 5-10 minutes before boarding

It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.

I understand weather is an issue, but making us chase our plane down at five scheduled gates across three terminals in an airport the size of O'Hare was unfair. They'd have probably been better off to leave gates as TBD until the inbound plane is in final approach instead of running us all over the place. Also, props to the consistently-unprepared ground crew in Richmond for once again leaving my lane parked short of the gate because they couldn't have a crew in place on time with 2 hours notice...

cabin crew was OK, food was OK, the trip from the US to Munich was actually pretty bad comfort wise. Noisy aircraft, lights never dimmed even in Business class (night flight) barely sufficient amenities for the price. I have millions of miles with United but TBH American is gaining ground and Delta has always been marginally better then United although on paper United has more longes and cheaper upgrades.

Very rough getting into denver. my kid threw up it was so rough.

Liked that we left on time for each flight. Snacks not the best, but we're okay.

I had requested wheelchair assistance prior to flight. The airport staff had no record of it. It was not provided at Cedar Rapids which was a small airport, so I managed on my own. At O'Hare airport the same thing happened. The staff told me they had no record of my request for a wheel chair. But they finally provided it after a delay when I insisted that I needed it.

Uncomfortable, not managing boarding process and managing people in the way waiting to board at a later time. Terrible delays

3 hour weather delay followed by 1 hour (and counting) maintenance delay. UGH!

In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.

Terrible. Internet/kiosk glitch prevented baggage checkin. Line at ticket co in Ter was under serviced and did not move. Agents did not call for flight but rather allowed time to pass. Then told each person as they reached the front if line that it was too late to check bags so they’d have to rebook flights. At least 15 people missed the flight as a result of this incompetence.

It was exactly what I expected, actually arriving sooner than scheduled.

Flight was delayed , waited in the tarmac for 3 hours and then came back and was cancelled

Terrible, they canceled my flight due to an issue they had, couldn't fly me into the same place within 24 hrs so had to fly in 2.5 hrs away from my destination and spend even more money. The customer service was terrible (except at the airport in Charleston). Had to call to get my checked baggage fees reimbursed 2 wks later in which one customer service agent was very rude, wouldn't listen and then hung up on me. The second lady I spoke with was actually able to help me with that part thankfully. Would not recommend flying AA.

Delayed almost 4 hours for a 45 minute flight with no explanation.

The flight was excellent, provided that we had inclement weather. We departed earlier than scheduled and arrived early. There was a little turbulence, but nothing to be worried about.

I disliked that I didn’t have a flight today, not entirely sure why I’m being asked

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