RIC - DSM

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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Richmond to Des Moines departing on 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$345
Typical prices: $328-$442
Delta
Wed 9/2Wed 9/9
RIC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Delta
Sat 8/22
RIC - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Des Moines. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $380 (round-trip)
Detroit (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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October
Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Des Moines (RIC-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Richmond to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
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9:00 am - 3:16 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 1:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$345Delta
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 12:24 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:08 pm - 8:41 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$345American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 11:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:22 pm - 9:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$345United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 12:20 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 6:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$350American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 1:03 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 6:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$350American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
Southwest Logo
10:20 am - 8:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
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7:15 am - 8:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
12h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
$361Southwest
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 7:15 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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4:20 pm - 11:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$378Delta
Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
United Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 9:23 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:35 pm - 11:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 54m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$385United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 10:33 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$391Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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9:26 pm - 8:25 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-DSM Des Moines
35h 59m2 stops Charleston Orlando
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12:45 pm - 2:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
24h 17m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
$393Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Richmond to Des Moines flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Richmond to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Richmond to Des Moines departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Des Moines from Richmond usually cost between $369 and $493 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $345 on American Airlines (Sep 1-Sep 7).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Richmond to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Richmond to Des Moines is October, where tickets cost $285 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $740 and $638 respectively.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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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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FAQs for booking flights from Richmond to Des Moines

  • What is the cheapest flight from Richmond to Des Moines?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Richmond to Des Moines was $163 for a one-way ticket and $345 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Richmond to Des Moines. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Richmond to Des Moines?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Richmond to Des Moines?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Richmond and Des Moines, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Richmond to Des Moines, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Richmond to Des Moines are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $456 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $436 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Richmond to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Richmond to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Richmond to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Richmond is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Richmond to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Richmond with another airline. Booking your flights between Richmond and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Richmond to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Richmond up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Richmond (RIC)
Des Moines (DSM)