Des Moines

$283+ Cheap flights from Virginia Beach, VA to Des Moines (DSM)

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RIC — DSM
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia Beach to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Virginia Beach (V1B) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$766
From Virginia Beach to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia Beach to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/207:46 amORF - DSM
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/267:20 amDSM - ORF
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:30 amORF - DSM
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Tue 8/266:30 amDSM - ORF
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$397
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/254:31 pmORF - DSM
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/272:41 pmDSM - ORF
3 stops25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$778

Find flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

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Norfolk

Tue 2/4

5:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop6h 10m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

4:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$297

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Tue 2/4

11:43 am-9:52 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$302

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 3/7

1:15 pm-7:21 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

2:52 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$367

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Fri 3/7

5:05 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

6:45 pm-9:45 am

2 stops14h 00m

$407

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Wed 1/29

5:25 am-3:50 pm

3 stops35h 25m

$283

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Wed 1/29

6:47 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$324

NorfolkDes Moines

ORF - DSM

ORFDSM

Norfolk

Wed 1/29

2:00 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$329

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Deals found on 1/20

Best time to book a flight from Virginia Beach to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia Beach to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia Beach to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Virginia Beach to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from V1B to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia Beach to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Virginia Beach to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Virginia Beach to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Virginia Beach to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia Beach to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Virginia Beach?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Virginia Beach. On average, Des Moines has 0 inbound flights from Virginia Beach per day from 3 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Virginia Beach to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Virginia Beach to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia Beach to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia Beach to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia Beach to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Virginia Beach to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Virginia Beach to Des Moines

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$245Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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