Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Richmond Airport (RIC): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your DSM to RIC flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DSM and RIC include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Richmond Airport (RIC)
At the moment, $225 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $454. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DSM to RIC, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DSM to RIC.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM's address is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
When it comes to Des Moines Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Des Moines Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near DSM:
Arriving at Richmond Airport (RIC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RIC instead:
Pick up a Richmond Airport rental car and explore Richmond and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Richmond Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Richmond Airport (RIC) to central Richmond
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Richmond Airport to the centre of Richmond has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Richmond Airport (RIC)
The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Richmond based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Des Moines Airport to Richmond Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Richmond, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to RIC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Richmond. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another standout destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres north-east of Richmond. No journey is complete without visiting Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
