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$80+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Virginia

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DSM — RIC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$80
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$528
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Virginia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Virginia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:20 amDSM - GSO
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Wed 4/27:00 amGSO - DSM
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/20$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/262:52 pmDSM - GSO
2 stops7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/25:15 amGSO - DSM
2 stops7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/203:45 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/272:54 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop9h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$283
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/108:30 amDSM - RIC
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/148:57 amRIC - DSM
1 stop14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$288
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Mon 2/247:17 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Thu 2/2710:16 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop21h 01mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/121:59 pmDSM - RDU
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/171:20 pmRDU - DSM
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:20 amDSM - RIC
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Sat 4/55:40 amRIC - DSM
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 2/20$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/28:07 amDSM - RDU
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/610:15 amRDU - DSM
2 stops8h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$323
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Thu 4/107:25 amDSM - ROA
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/146:09 pmROA - DSM
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/512:25 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/810:00 amDCA - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$329
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Wed 3/198:17 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop14h 46mFrontier
Mon 3/247:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$330
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Fri 4/48:00 amDSM - IAD
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/73:30 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$331

Find flights from Des Moines to Virginia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Virginia 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 February 20, 2025.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Virginia

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Wed 3/26

6:20 am-11:57 am

1 stop4h 37m

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 4/2

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$249

Des MoinesGreensboro

DSM - GSO

DSMGSO

Des Moines

Wed 3/26

2:52 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 4/2

5:15 am-11:29 am

2 stops7h 14m

$259

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

3:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/27

2:54 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$283

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Thu 4/10

8:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop23h 45m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/14

8:57 am-10:21 pm

1 stop14h 24m

$288

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Sat 4/12

1:59 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/17

1:20 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$297

Des MoinesRichmond

DSM - RIC

DSMRIC

Des Moines

Wed 3/26

5:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/2

9:50 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$297

Des MoinesRaleigh

DSM - RDU

DSMRDU

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

8:07 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/6

10:15 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$323

Des MoinesRoanoke

DSM - ROA

DSMROA

Des Moines

Thu 4/10

7:25 am-4:39 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Roanoke

Mon 4/14

6:09 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$324

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 4/5

12:25 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

10:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$329

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

8:17 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop14h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/24

7:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$330

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Virginia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Virginia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 DSM to VA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Virginia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Virginia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Virginia ranges from 2.9 - 5.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Virginia when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Virginia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Virginia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Virginia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Virginia. 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 Virginia. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Virginia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Virginia?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Virginia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Virginia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $80. Users have also found prices from $127 and $137 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Virginia?

    While some choose either Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Des Moines - Raleigh-Durham, Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is the most popular route from Des Moines to Virginia.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Virginia (average of $281). Flying from Des Moines to Virginia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 Des Moines to Virginia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Virginia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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