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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $381-$617
American Airlines
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
RIC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $195-$335
Delta
Sun 12/2
RIC - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $380 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Des Moines (RIC-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 11:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:23 am - 5:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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8:28 pm - 12:40 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 11:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$330American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 1:35 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 24m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 11:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$335American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 2:13 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 11:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$347Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:53 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:27 pm - 11:16 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$347Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:23 am - 9:50 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
24h 27m1 stop Nashville Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:07 am - 8:13 amDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
46h 06m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
$348Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 8:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
4:53 pm - 12:05 amDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$387Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:29 pm - 7:33 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
29h 04m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 12:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
14h 12m1 stop Nashville Intl
$390Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 09m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 9:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$392United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 11:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$425United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Des Moines typically range from $381 to $617. 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 Richmond to Des Moines?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Des Moines. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Des Moines at $352 round-trip.
•June ($740) and December ($736) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Des Moines flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to Des Moines

When to book flights from Richmond to Des Moines

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Des Moines range from $381 to $617, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond 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 $347 to $1,616. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $208, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Richmond to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $374 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $727, a difference of $353.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 41m, compared with 5h 06m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 11m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

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

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Richmond to Des Moines 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $374, about $353 less than Sunday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Des Moines trip for January. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $388 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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
    • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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