Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Washington, D.C.?

Detroit (DTW) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 47m.

How many flights depart from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. on average per week?

The number of flights available between Des Moines and Washington, D.C. is 7 per week as of August 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 57% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $168.

How often are flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Des Moines and Washington, D.C. have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 77 minutes.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 22m.

How many flights depart from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. as of August 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 62% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Allegiant Air, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C.?

As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C..

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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11:29 am - 9:59 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

1:06 pm - 7:33 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

7h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$241Frontier

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

11:29 am - 9:59 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 7:33 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

13h 33m1 stop Denver Intl

$258Frontier

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

2:44 pm - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:16 pm - 12:04 amBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$325American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

2:46 pm - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

5h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:15 am - 10:17 amBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

5h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$325Delta

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

4:07 pm - 11:28 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

6h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:10 am - 9:42 amBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

4h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$325Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

11:27 am - 6:13 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:10 pm - 11:35 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$325United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

11:27 am - 6:13 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:29 pm - 11:35 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

7h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$325United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

1:50 pm - 10:55 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2:35 pm - 10:00 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

8h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway

$330Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17

5:50 am - 4:00 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

9h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

5:45 pm - 8:45 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway

$330Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 24

2:29 pm - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:16 pm - 12:04 amBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

6h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$338American Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

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2:19 pm - 9:59 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 1:34 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

7h 34m1 stop Denver Intl

$375Frontier

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

5:46 am - 9:20 amDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 34mnonstop

11:59 am - 1:44 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

2h 45mnonstop

$453American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

8:10 am - 3:58 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

11:59 am - 1:44 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

2h 45mnonstop

$463American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

8:00 am - 2:23 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:30 am - 2:20 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$468United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

6:10 am - 4:05 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 55m2 stops Chicago Midway Orlando

6:05 am - 11:50 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

6h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

$478Southwest

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

2:40 pm - 10:10 pmDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

1:00 pm - 9:05 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

9h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl

$483Southwest

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

6:00 am - 9:29 amDSM Des Moines-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 29mnonstop

10:00 pm - 11:44 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DSM Des Moines

2h 44mnonstop

$531American Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

6:00 am - 1:55 pmDSM Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:20 am - 12:20 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$546United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

2:54 pm - 8:55 pmDSM Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:47 pm - 10:37 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$551Delta

Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31

6:55 am - 1:57 pmDSM Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington

6h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

5:20 pm - 10:37 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines

6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$681Delta

Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 3

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Oct 24

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

9h 27m

1 stop

BWI4:27 pmBaltimore/Washington

Oct 28

BWI6:10 amBaltimore/Washington

5h 22m

1 stop

DSM10:32 amDes Moines

$405

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Sep 12

DSM1:23 pmDes Moines

17h 12m

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IAD7:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 13

IAD10:41 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 39m

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DSM2:20 pmDes Moines

$419

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Sep 12

DSM1:23 pmDes Moines

17h 12m

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IAD7:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 13

IAD10:41 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 39m

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DSM2:20 pmDes Moines

$434

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Sep 26

DSM11:31 amDes Moines

4h 55m

1 stop

BWI5:26 pmBaltimore/Washington

Oct 3

BWI6:15 amBaltimore/Washington

5h 02m

1 stop

DSM10:17 amDes Moines

$325

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Sep 25

DSM5:59 pmDes Moines

4h 20m

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BWI11:19 pmBaltimore/Washington

Sep 30

BWI6:00 amBaltimore/Washington

5h 46m

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DSM10:46 amDes Moines

$338

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Oct 9

DSM3:46 pmDes Moines

6h 37m

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4:07 pm-11:28 pm

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1 stop4h 32m

$325

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11:27 am-6:13 pm

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1 stop5h 25m

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Thu 11/12

1:50 pm-10:55 pm

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Tue 11/17

2:35 pm-10:00 pm

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$330

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Sat 10/24

5:50 am-4:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/24

5:45 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$330

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Wed 9/23

2:29 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/30

6:16 pm-12:04 am

1 stop6h 48m

$338

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $399 to $484.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $241.

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

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines, with most prices found around $386. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in August, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. during December average around $389.

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 Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $404. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for around $616.

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

At noon 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 $444. Flying to Washington, D.C. at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $445. 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?

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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 August 2026, prices for Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$130
Fastest flight time	2h 29m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Washington, D.C.	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $130. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $241.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 29m

Direct flights go from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. every day.

There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From Des Moines there are direct flights to 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 29m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.
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As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Washington, D.C..
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700, representing 40.80% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 34.83%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 at 20.40%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 1.49%.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines, representing 69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 19%, Southwest at 8%, and Frontier at 4%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,531 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,203 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $310	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,010 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,127 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Washington, D.C.
United Airlines flight deals from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. start from $312 round-trip. Over the 5 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $497 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
American Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Washington, D.C.
American Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. American Airlines flight deals for Des Moines to Washington, D.C. start from as low as $310 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average American Airlines deals seen on momondo around $424. American Airlines operates 2 flights to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines in an average week. Users have rated it 7.1/10 across 12,010 reviews.

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