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Des Moines.229 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 229 €, select.
Des Moines.240 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr, returning Fri, 11 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 11 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 240 €, select.
Des Moines.259 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Mar, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 28 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 259 €, select.
Des Moines.268 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 268 €, select.
Des Moines.272 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 272 €, select.
Des Moines.276 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Mar, returning Sun, 30 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 28 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 276 €, select.
Des Moines.306 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 306 €, select.
Des Moines.306 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 306 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
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Apr
from 240 €
May
from 268 €
Jun
from 311 €
Jul
from 315 €
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from 341 €
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from 306 €
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Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines

Washington D.C. to Des Moines: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington D.C. to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

Washington D.C. to Des Moines: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found229 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week40

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Des Moines is 229 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Des Moines.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and PSA Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Des Moines.
As of March 2025, there are 40 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines Airport on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Des Moines is Southwest Airlines .

Travelling from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) departing from either of these.

  • Approximately 2 hours 53 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport.

  • The timezone in Des Moines is UTC-5, which is 1 hour behind Washington DC. Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 22:11. Go for the first DCA to DSM departure operated by American Airlines at 09:59 if you want to get going earlier.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to DSM.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Take off and land with no stops from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) can be booked from here.

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport with American Airlines. This top carrier offers services from DCA.

  • The distance from central Washington DC to DCA is around 8 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.

  • After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Want more options for a direct flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)? Browse the fares jetting out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Take a direct flight from Washington DC to DSM with American Airlines. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of IAD.

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 51 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to DSM, stay in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:

About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • Des Moines International Airport to central Des Moines is around 14 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • It'll take around 43 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • 120 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport. Return flights start from 229 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • It's best to book 9 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Washington DC to DSM around that time.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

  • Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Washington DC to DSM.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Des Moines, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Washington DC to DSM for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Des Moines to range from 15ºC to 31ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport in January when temperatures average between -13ºC and 2ºC.

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