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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. from $118

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Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 10:25 pmDSM-DCA
4h 50m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 10:50 pmDCA-DSM
5h 00m1 stop
$236Southwest
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Wed, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 1
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6:30 am - 4:00 pmDSM-DCA
8h 30m2 stops
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6:50 pm - 10:50 pmDCA-DSM
5h 00m1 stop
$242Southwest
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Wed, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 1
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 3:00 pmDSM-DCA
8h 00m2 stops
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3:10 pm - 10:20 pmDCA-DSM
8h 10m2 stops
$247Southwest
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Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 2
Frontier Logo
7:33 pm - 12:04 pmDSM-DCA
15h 31m1 stop
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7:00 am - 5:35 pmDCA-DSM
11h 35m1 stop
$251Frontier
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Fri, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 22
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 11:40 amDSM-DCA
4h 15m1 stop
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8:15 am - 11:25 amDCA-DSM
4h 10m1 stop
$252Southwest
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Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 9:59 pmDSM-DCA
6h 34m1 stop
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7:00 am - 1:40 pmDCA-DSM
7h 40m1 stop
$258Frontier
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Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
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7:32 am - 4:16 pmDSM-DCA
7h 44m1 stop
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6:59 am - 2:40 pmDCA-DSM
8h 41m1 stop
$335American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 2
American Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 4:16 pmDSM-DCA
7h 44m1 stop
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9:59 am - 4:44 pmDCA-DSM
7h 45m1 stop
$336American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 7:18 pmDSM-DCA
11h 58m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 9:22 amDCA-DSM
12h 22m2 stops
$354Delta
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Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 3
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10:55 am - 6:00 pmDSM-DCA
6h 05m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 7:53 pmDCA-DSM
6h 53m1 stop
$373Delta
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 28
DSM7:32 amDes Moines
7h 44m
1 stop
DCA4:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 2
DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 41m
1 stop
DSM2:40 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Aug 14
DSM7:32 amDes Moines
7h 44m
1 stop
DCA4:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 21
DCA9:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 45m
1 stop
DSM4:44 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Aug 9
DSM7:32 amDes Moines
7h 44m
1 stop
DCA4:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 25
DCA3:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 34m
1 stop
DSM11:24 pmDes Moines

Delta flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight tickets
Delta
Oct 28
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
11h 58m
2 stops
DCA7:18 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Nov 3
DCA10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 22m
2 stops
DSM9:22 amDes Moines
Delta
Oct 11
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
6h 05m
1 stop
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Oct 15
DCA2:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 53m
1 stop
DSM7:53 pmDes Moines
Delta
Nov 13
DSM2:37 pmDes Moines
7h 54m
1 stop
DCA11:31 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Nov 20
DCA11:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 02m
1 stop
DSM4:02 pmDes Moines

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Des Moines, with most prices found around $374. If you aren’t able to travel to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport during the month of April, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $384.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $362. Flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $476. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the afternoon for as low as $390. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is at noon when prices are around $435.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for around $403 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Des Moines for as low as $339 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights are approximately 73% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$118

Fastest flight time

2h 27m

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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $118. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $236.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 2h 27m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport every day.

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

    The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is 893.3 mi. Typically, this will take 2h 29m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

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FrontierPriceFrom $142Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,284 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $221Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $259Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $294Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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  • American Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

    American Airlines operates around 2 flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $396, but momondo users have found American Airlines deals from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from as low as $294 round-trip. American Airlines has been scored 7.2/10 in 10,000 reviews.


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