What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to District of Columbia?

Delta and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to District of Columbia

How many flights depart from Des Moines to District of Columbia on average per day?

As of March 2026, 2 flights take off from Des Moines and land in District of Columbia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 53% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Des Moines to District of Columbia on average per week?

19 flights are operational weekly from Des Moines to District of Columbia as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to District of Columbia?

American Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia from Des Moines according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 68% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to District of Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to District of Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia as of March 2026.

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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2:04 pm - 9:59 pm

DSM

DCA

6h 55m

1 stop

1:59 pm - 7:38 pm

DCA

DSM

6h 39m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 4

7:34 am - 4:20 pm

DSM

DCA

7h 46m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 7:34 pm

DCA

DSM

7h 04m

1 stop

$217Delta

Thu, May 28 - Tue, Jun 2

5:28 pm - 11:39 pm

DSM

IAD

5h 11m

1 stop

6:00 am - 10:14 am

IAD

DSM

5h 14m

1 stop

$217Delta

Fri, Jun 5 - Sun, Jun 7

2:16 pm - 9:58 pm

DSM

DCA

6h 42m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 1:31 pm

DCA

DSM

20h 31m

1 stop

$236Frontier

Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 2

5:28 pm - 11:28 pm

DSM

DCA

5h 00m

1 stop

6:59 am - 1:37 pm

DCA

DSM

7h 38m

1 stop

$237Delta

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

2:33 pm - 9:24 pm

DSM

IAD

5h 51m

1 stop

6:00 am - 12:24 pm

IAD

DSM

7h 24m

1 stop

$237Delta

Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 2

2:04 pm - 4:59 pm

DSM

DCA

25h 55m

1 stop

1:59 pm - 1:09 pm

DCA

DSM

24h 10m

1 stop

$246Frontier

Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19

3:59 pm - 5:56 pm

DSM

IAD

24h 57m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 10:09 am

IAD

DSM

14h 04m

1 stop

$283Allegiant Air

Sun, Jul 5 - Sat, Aug 15

5:35 am - 3:05 pm

DSM

DCA

8h 30m

2 stops

10:40 am - 8:55 pm

DCA

DSM

11h 15m

2 stops

$355Southwest

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2

6:00 am - 2:26 pm

DSM

IAD

7h 26m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 11:19 pm

IAD

DSM

27h 14m

2 stops

$357Allegiant Air

Sun, Jul 5 - Sat, Aug 15

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia

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United Airlines

Apr 28

DSM8:04 amDes Moines

5h 10m

1 stop

DCA2:14 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

May 5

DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 24m

1 stop

DSM11:24 pmDes Moines

$382

United Airlines

Jun 30

DSM6:55 pmDes Moines

4h 50m

1 stop

IAD12:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jul 4

IAD1:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 49m

1 stop

DSM6:14 pmDes Moines

$387

United Airlines

May 28

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

6h 39m

1 stop

IAD7:02 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jun 2

IAD3:39 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 46m

1 stop

DSM7:25 pmDes Moines

$417

Allegiant Air flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia

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Allegiant Air

Jul 5

DSM3:59 pmDes Moines

24h 57m

1 stop

IAD5:56 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 15

IAD9:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14h 04m

1 stop

DSM10:09 amDes Moines

$283

Allegiant Air

Jun 7

DSM4:01 pmDes Moines

25h 00m

1 stop

IAD6:01 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jun 15

IAD4:46 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 20m

1 stop

DSM3:06 pmDes Moines

$304

Allegiant Air

Jul 5

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

7h 26m

1 stop

IAD2:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 15

IAD9:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 14m

2 stops

DSM11:19 pmDes Moines

$357

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Des Moines

Fri 5/1

2:04 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/4

1:59 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$160

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

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Des Moines

Thu 5/28

7:34 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/2

1:30 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$217

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Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

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Fri 6/5

5:28 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 11m

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Sun 6/7

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

$217

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

2:16 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/2

6:00 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$236

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

5:28 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/3

6:59 am-1:37 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$237

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

2:33 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$237

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 4/17

2:04 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop25h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/19

1:59 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$246

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

3:59 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop24h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/15

9:05 pm-10:09 am

1 stop14h 04m

$283

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

5:35 am-3:05 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/2

10:40 am-8:55 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$355

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/15

9:05 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$357

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to District of Columbia

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

In general, February 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 $357. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in February, 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 $381. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday 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 $501.

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 $410 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to District of Columbia are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $431. 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 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to District of Columbia flight.

Cheap Des Moines to District of Columbia flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$359
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 $359. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $397.

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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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to District of Columbia as of March 2026.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Des Moines to District of Columbia?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Des Moines and District of Columbia, the leading plane model is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, making up 47.58% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 175 with 34.68%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 6.45%, and Airbus A320-100/200 with 3.23%.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to District of Columbia

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Delta	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,364 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,332 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $270	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,543 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $301	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,525 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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