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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. from $73

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2:00 pm - 9:59 pmDSM-DCA
6h 59m1 stop
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8:00 am - 7:03 pmDCA-DSM
12h 03m1 stop
$196Frontier
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Wed, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 8
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7:58 pm - 1:06 pmDSM-DCA
16h 08m1 stop
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8:00 am - 7:03 pmDCA-DSM
12h 03m1 stop
$207Frontier
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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
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5:45 am - 11:16 amDSM-BWI
4h 31m1 stop
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1:57 pm - 6:11 pmBWI-DSM
5h 14m1 stop
$313American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 25
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3:00 pm - 11:58 pmDSM-BWI
7h 58m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:50 amBWI-DSM
5h 35m1 stop
$315United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 11:00 pmDSM-BWI
8h 29m1 stop
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3:56 pm - 10:29 pmBWI-DSM
7h 33m1 stop
$317United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 1:55 pmDSM-BWI
6h 40m2 stops
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12:40 pm - 9:35 pmBWI-DSM
9h 55m2 stops
$327Southwest
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
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6:32 pm - 12:26 amDSM-BWI
4h 54m1 stop
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6:21 pm - 10:34 pmBWI-DSM
5h 13m1 stop
$329Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 10:24 pmDSM-BWI
7h 09m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 4:29 pmBWI-DSM
6h 20m1 stop
$331American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 8
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 4:51 pmDSM-BWI
5h 31m1 stop
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5:36 pm - 8:46 pmBWI-DSM
4h 10m1 stop
$345Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 3:45 pmDSM-IAD
6h 25m1 stop
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7:40 am - 7:55 pmIAD-DSM
13h 15m1 stop
$366Southwest
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10

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

Our best Frontier deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Frontier
Nov 26
DSM2:00 pmDes Moines
6h 59m
1 stop
DCA9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 8
DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 03m
1 stop
DSM7:03 pmDes Moines
$196
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Frontier
Dec 5
DSM7:58 pmDes Moines
16h 08m
1 stop
DCA1:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 8
DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 03m
1 stop
DSM7:03 pmDes Moines
$207
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Frontier
Nov 6
DSM2:41 pmDes Moines
21h 21m
1 stop
DCA1:02 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Nov 8
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
20h 47m
1 stop
DSM1:47 pmDes Moines
$260
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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Southwest
Dec 3
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
6h 40m
2 stops
BWI1:55 pmBaltimore/Washington
Dec 10
BWI12:40 pmBaltimore/Washington
9h 55m
2 stops
DSM9:35 pmDes Moines
$327
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Southwest
Dec 3
DSM8:20 amDes Moines
6h 25m
1 stop
IAD3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Dec 10
IAD7:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 15m
1 stop
DSM7:55 pmDes Moines
$366
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Southwest
Dec 24
DSM4:15 pmDes Moines
4h 40m
1 stop
DCA9:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 30
DCA6:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 15m
1 stop
DSM12:05 amDes Moines
$367
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Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

2:00 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

8:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$196

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

7:58 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop16h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

8:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$207

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

5:45 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/25

1:57 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$313

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 12/24

3:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/30

6:15 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$315

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

1:31 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/9

3:56 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$317

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

6:15 am-1:55 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/10

12:40 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$327

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

6:32 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/8

6:21 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$329

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

2:15 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/8

11:09 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$331

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

10:20 am-4:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/8

5:36 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$345

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

8:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

7:40 am-7:55 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$366

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines, with most prices found around $335. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in May, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. during December average around $340.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $379. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for around $504.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $156. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $433. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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

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

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Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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Best Price Found

$220

Fastest flight time

2h 21m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $220. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $347.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 21m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. every day.
There is 1 airport near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
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  • How far is Des Moines to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    Washington, D.C. is 892.3 mi away from Des Moines. 2h 23m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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SouthwestPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,239 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,003 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,002 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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  • American Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Washington, D.C.

    American Airlines flight deals from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. start from $270 round-trip. Over the 11 American Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $418 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Washington, D.C.

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 22.4 mi from Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport