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Cheap flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia from $80

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Frontier Logo
7:17 pm - 9:59 pm
DSM
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DCA
25h 42m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 7:04 pm
DCA
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DSM
12h 04m
1 stop
$171Frontier
Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 9:59 pm
DSM
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DCA
6h 39m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 1:29 pm
DCA
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DSM
7h 29m
1 stop
$181Frontier
Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 20
Frontier Logo
7:17 pm - 1:00 pm
DSM
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DCA
16h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 6:32 pm
DCA
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DSM
11h 32m
1 stop
$192Frontier
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 9:59 pm
DSM
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DCA
6h 39m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 1:29 pm
DCA
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DSM
7h 29m
1 stop
$202Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 1:00 pm
DSM
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DCA
21h 40m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 1:29 pm
DCA
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DSM
20h 29m
1 stop
$213Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Thu, Apr 30
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:41 pm
DSM
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DCA
8h 41m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 10:34 pm
DCA
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DSM
8h 13m
1 stop
$253American Airlines
Sat, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 14
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 10:55 pm
DSM
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IAD
7h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 2:05 pm
IAD
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DSM
8h 45m
1 stop
$329Southwest
Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 11:32 am
DSM
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IAD
4h 17m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:47 am
IAD
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DSM
4h 47m
1 stop
$347Delta
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11
American Airlines Logo
8:56 am - 11:59 pm
DSM
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IAD
14h 03m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:16 am - 12:52 pm
IAD
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DSM
6h 36m
1 stop
$354American Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 21
United Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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IAD
8h 55m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:24 pm
IAD
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DSM
9h 09m
1 stop
$363United Airlines
Sat, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 14

Delta flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to District of Columbia flight tickets
Delta
Apr 8
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
6h 16m
1 stop
IAD11:41 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Apr 11
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 47m
1 stop
DSM9:47 amDes Moines
$347
Delta
Mar 30
DSM5:20 pmDes Moines
6h 07m
1 stop
IAD12:27 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Apr 4
IAD6:01 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 47m
1 stop
DSM10:48 amDes Moines
$377
Delta
Mar 25
DSM5:20 pmDes Moines
6h 07m
1 stop
IAD12:27 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 29
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 46m
1 stop
DSM9:46 amDes Moines
$403

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to District of Columbia flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 7
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
8h 41m
1 stop
DCA2:41 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mar 14
DCA3:21 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 13m
1 stop
DSM10:34 pmDes Moines
$253
American Airlines
Apr 11
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
8h 41m
1 stop
DCA11:57 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Apr 14
DCA11:04 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 51m
DSM12:55 pmDes Moines
$290
American Airlines
Apr 15
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
8h 41m
1 stop
DCA11:57 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Apr 18
DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 31m
1 stop
DSM4:31 pmDes Moines
$298

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Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/27

8:00 am-7:04 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$171

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 4/17

2:20 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/20

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$181

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop16h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/23

8:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$192

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

2:20 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$202

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

2:20 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/30

6:00 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$213

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

5:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/14

3:21 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$253

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

2:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/14

6:20 am-2:05 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$329

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

6:15 am-11:32 am

1 stop4h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/11

6:00 am-9:47 am

1 stop4h 47m

$347

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

8:56 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

7:16 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$354

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

2:04 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/14

6:15 am-2:24 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$363

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to District of Columbia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $335. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in May, then you should wait until August to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $357.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $372. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Des Moines because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $520.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

Flying to District of Columbia from Des Moines in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $406 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to District of Columbia are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $420. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to District of Columbia flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on Des Moines to District of Columbia flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to District of Columbia flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to District of Columbia flight.

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Best Price Found

$239

Fastest flight time

2h 27m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in District of Columbia

2 airports
The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $239. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $379.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to District of Columbia takes 2h 27m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to District of Columbia every day.
There are 2 airports in District of Columbia. From Des Moines there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to District of Columbia

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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DeltaPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,178 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,267 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,280 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,259 reviews
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