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Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines from $87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines departing on 12/22. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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9:58 pm - 10:19 amIAD-DSM
13h 21m1 stop
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11:14 am - 9:03 pmDSM-IAD
8h 49m1 stop
$234Frontier
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lun., dic. 22 - mar., dic. 30
Frontier Logo
10:15 pm - 9:22 amIAD-DSM
12h 07m1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:14 am - 9:03 pmDSM-IAD
8h 49m1 stop
$283Frontier
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sáb., dic. 20 - mar., dic. 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 10:19 amDCA-DSM
41h 19m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 12:04 pmDSM-DCA
14h 46m1 stop
$283Multiple Airlines
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sáb., ene. 10 - vie., ene. 16
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 6:41 pmDCA-DSM
11h 41m1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:36 pm - 1:05 pmDSM-DCA
16h 29m1 stop
$312Frontier
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jue., feb. 26 - dom., mar. 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 2:54 pmIAD-DSM
29h 54m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 8:41 amDSM-IAD
15h 57m1 stop
$314Multiple Airlines
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mié., dic. 10 - dom., dic. 14
American Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 11:51 amDCA-DSM
2h 52mnonstop
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12:56 pm - 4:19 pmDSM-DCA
2h 23mnonstop
$337American Airlines
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sáb., ene. 3 - lun., ene. 5
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 2:33 pmIAD-DSM
7h 18m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 12:15 amDSM-IAD
4h 29m1 stop
$341United Airlines
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jue., dic. 18 - lun., dic. 22
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:38 amDCA-DSM
5h 38m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 11:57 pmDSM-DCA
5h 02m1 stop
$341Delta
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jue., dic. 18 - lun., dic. 22
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 9:24 pmIAD-DSM
8h 09m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:37 am - 4:28 pmDSM-IAD
4h 51m1 stop
$345Delta
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mié., feb. 11 - dom., feb. 15
American Airlines Logo
5:41 pm - 11:51 pmDCA-DSM
7h 10m1 stop
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12:56 pm - 4:19 pmDSM-DCA
2h 23mnonstop
$347American Airlines
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sáb., ene. 3 - lun., ene. 5

Southwest flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on District of Columbia to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 20
DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 25m
1 stop
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
Jan 23
DSM6:10 amDes Moines
4h 05m
1 stop
DCA11:15 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$369
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Southwest
Jan 20
DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 25m
1 stop
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
Jan 23
DSM3:20 pmDes Moines
7h 00m
2 stops
DCA11:20 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$374
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Southwest
Jan 3
DCA6:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 10m
1 stop
DSM11:55 pmDes Moines
Jan 5
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
6h 05m
2 stops
DCA12:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$375
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United Airlines flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on District of Columbia to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 18
IAD8:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 18m
1 stop
DSM2:33 pmDes Moines
Dec 22
DSM6:46 pmDes Moines
4h 29m
1 stop
IAD12:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$341
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United Airlines
Apr 1
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 52m
1 stop
DSM9:52 pmDes Moines
Apr 11
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
6h 22m
1 stop
DCA6:52 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$373
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United Airlines
Jan 10
DCA6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
Jan 16
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
4h 24m
1 stop
DCA8:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$381
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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated noviembre 25, 2025.
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Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/22

9:58 pm-10:19 am

1 stop13h 21m

Des Moines

mar. 12/30

11:14 am-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$234

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 12/20

10:15 pm-9:22 am

1 stop12h 07m

Des Moines

mar. 12/30

11:14 am-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$283

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 1/10

6:00 pm-10:19 am

2 stops41h 19m

Des Moines

vie. 1/16

8:18 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$283

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 2/26

8:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop11h 41m

Des Moines

dom. 3/1

7:36 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 29m

$312

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 12/10

10:00 am-2:54 pm

2 stops29h 54m

Des Moines

dom. 12/14

3:44 pm-8:41 am

1 stop15h 57m

$314

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 1/3

9:59 am-11:51 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Des Moines

lun. 1/5

12:56 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$337

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 12/18

8:15 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Des Moines

lun. 12/22

6:46 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 29m

$341

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 12/18

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

lun. 12/22

5:55 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$341

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 2/11

2:15 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Des Moines

dom. 2/15

10:37 am-4:28 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$345

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 1/3

5:41 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Des Moines

lun. 1/5

12:56 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$347

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in April, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from District of Columbia to Des Moines during February average around $409.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from District of Columbia to Des Moines is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $399. Flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $559. 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 Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from District of Columbia to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $427. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $444. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on District of Columbia to Des Moines 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 District of Columbia to Des Moines flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between District of Columbia to Des Moines.

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Best Price Found

$311

Fastest flight time

2h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from District of Columbia in the past 72 hours is $311. The best round-trip flight deal from District of Columbia to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $463.
The fastest flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines takes 2h 50m
Direct flights go from District of Columbia to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from District of Columbia to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from District of Columbia to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from District of Columbia to Des Moines

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom $74Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,999 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,254 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $246Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $261Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,046 reviews
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