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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines from $75

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Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
8:21 am - 5:57 pmBWI-DSM
10h 36m1 stop
7:57 pm - 7:21 amDSM-BWI
10h 24m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Mon, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 22
6:00 pm - 7:17 pmDCA-DSM
26h 17m1 stop
8:17 pm - 12:09 pmDSM-DCA
14h 52m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Thu, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 21
10:00 am - 11:55 amDCA-DSM
2h 55mnonstop
12:25 pm - 3:53 pmDSM-DCA
2h 28mnonstop
$243American Airlines
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Tue, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 16
5:30 pm - 10:07 pmDCA-DSM
5h 37m1 stop
12:25 pm - 3:53 pmDSM-DCA
2h 28mnonstop
$253American Airlines
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Tue, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 16
5:40 pm - 8:45 pmBWI-DSM
4h 05m1 stop
5:46 pm - 11:58 pmDSM-BWI
5h 12m1 stop
$263Delta
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Tue, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 16
8:45 am - 2:08 pmDCA-DSM
6h 23m1 stop
5:46 pm - 11:58 pmDSM-DCA
5h 12m1 stop
$263Delta
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Thu, Apr 10 - Mon, Apr 14
3:00 pm - 11:05 pmDCA-DSM
9h 05m1 stop
4:45 pm - 11:40 pmDSM-DCA
5h 55m2 stops
$274Southwest
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Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 21
6:05 am - 11:05 amBWI-DSM
6h 00m1 stop
4:55 pm - 5:10 amDSM-BWI
11h 15m1 stop
$283Southwest
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Fri, Mar 28 - Mon, Mar 31
6:30 am - 10:37 amIAD-DSM
5h 07m1 stop
6:47 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-IAD
4h 12m1 stop
$337United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 21
6:30 am - 10:40 amIAD-DSM
5h 10m1 stop
3:40 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-IAD
7h 19m1 stop
$353United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 10 - Thu, Apr 10

Southwest flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
May 19
DCA3:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 05m
1 stop
DSM11:05 pmDes Moines
May 21
DSM4:45 pmDes Moines
5h 55m
2 stops
DCA11:40 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Southwest
Mar 28
BWI6:05 amBaltimore/Washington
6h 00m
1 stop
DSM11:05 amDes Moines
Mar 31
DSM4:55 pmDes Moines
11h 15m
1 stop
BWI5:10 amBaltimore/Washington
Southwest
Mar 29
DCA12:10 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 30m
1 stop
DSM3:40 pmDes Moines
Apr 1
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
10h 25m
2 stops
DCA5:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 17
IAD6:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 07m
1 stop
DSM10:37 amDes Moines
Apr 21
DSM6:47 pmDes Moines
4h 12m
1 stop
IAD11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines
Apr 10
IAD6:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 10m
1 stop
DSM10:40 amDes Moines
Apr 10
DSM3:40 pmDes Moines
7h 19m
1 stop
IAD11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines
May 4
IAD6:22 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 12m
1 stop
DSM10:34 amDes Moines
May 9
DSM8:07 amDes Moines
4h 59m
1 stop
IAD2:06 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Des Moines?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines during August average around $387.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $401. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $514. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $429. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $447. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight route?

Fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Des Moines for the best Washington, D.C. - Des Moines flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Des Moines (WAS to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$75

Fastest flight time

2h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $75. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $180.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines takes 2h 35m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Des Moines by plane?

    Des Moines is 892.3 mi away from Washington, D.C.. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines?

  • What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines?


Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $132Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,315 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $269Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $277Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,044 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $291Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,655 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $376Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,321 reviews
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  • American Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

    American Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines, operating 7 flights/week on average for this route. A good American Airlines flight deal for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines starts from $269 round-trip, up to an average price of $445. Our users have rated American Airlines at 7.2/10.


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