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Cheap flights from Iowa to District of Columbia from $55

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Frontier Logo
7:58 pm - 4:59 pmDSM-DCA
20h 01m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 7:03 pmDCA-DSM
30h 03m1 stop
$152Frontier
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Fri, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 11
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8:26 pm - 9:59 pmCID-DCA
24h 33m1 stop
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8:15 am - 6:21 pmDCA-CID
11h 06m1 stop
$155Frontier
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Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 2:39 pmMLI-IAD
7h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 10:33 pmIAD-MLI
5h 34m1 stop
$249Delta
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 7:07 pmMLI-DCA
5h 07m1 stop
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6:30 am - 11:50 amDCA-MLI
6h 20m1 stop
$249United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Sat, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
11:16 am - 11:54 pmMLI-IAD
11h 38m2 stops
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6:32 am - 2:19 pmIAD-MLI
8h 47m1 stop
$254American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 19
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 12:01 amMLI-DCA
4h 11m1 stop
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1:44 pm - 6:20 pmDCA-MLI
5h 36m1 stop
$254American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
Delta Logo
5:04 pm - 11:20 pmMLI-IAD
5h 16m1 stop
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10:05 am - 4:28 pmIAD-MLI
7h 23m1 stop
$259Delta
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 6:20 pmOMA-DCA
6h 25m1 stop
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4:05 pm - 6:10 pmDCA-OMA
3h 05mnonstop
$287Southwest
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Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
United Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:59 pmOMA-DCA
4h 14m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 9:47 pmDCA-OMA
7h 17m1 stop
$297United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 8
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10:50 am - 2:15 pmOMA-DCA
2h 25mnonstop
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4:05 pm - 6:10 pmDCA-OMA
3h 05mnonstop
$316Southwest
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Sat, Jan 3 - Wed, Jan 7

Delta flights from Iowa to District of Columbia

Our best Delta deals on Iowa to District of Columbia flight tickets
Delta
Nov 27
MLI6:05 amMoline Quad-City
7h 34m
1 stop
IAD2:39 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Dec 3
IAD5:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 34m
1 stop
MLI10:33 pmMoline Quad-City
$249
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Delta
Nov 8
MLI5:04 pmMoline Quad-City
5h 16m
1 stop
IAD11:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Nov 12
IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 23m
1 stop
MLI4:28 pmMoline Quad-City
$259
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Delta
Jan 7
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
4h 22m
1 stop
IAD11:42 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 12
IAD6:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 20m
1 stop
DSM9:30 amDes Moines
$268
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American Airlines flights from Iowa to District of Columbia

Our best American Airlines deals on Iowa to District of Columbia flight tickets
American Airlines
Feb 14
MLI11:16 amMoline Quad-City
11h 38m
2 stops
IAD11:54 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 19
IAD6:32 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 47m
1 stop
MLI2:19 pmMoline Quad-City
$254
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American Airlines
Dec 8
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
2h 29m
DCA9:29 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 15
DCA7:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 05m
DSM10:04 pmDes Moines
$266
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American Airlines
Dec 8
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
5h 10m
1 stop
DCA10:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Dec 15
DCA7:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 05m
DSM10:04 pmDes Moines
$275
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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

7:58 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop20h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

2:00 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$152

Cedar RapidsWashington, D.C.

CID - DCA

CIDDCA

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/7

8:26 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/10

8:15 am-6:21 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$155

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Thu 11/27

6:05 am-2:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

5:59 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$249

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - DCA

MLIDCA

Moline Quad-City

Wed 11/26

1:00 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/29

6:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 20m

$249

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/14

11:16 am-11:54 pm

2 stops11h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/19

6:32 am-2:19 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$254

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - DCA

MLIDCA

Moline Quad-City

Mon 11/24

6:50 pm-12:01 am

1 stop4h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/28

1:44 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$254

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/8

5:04 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

10:05 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$259

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - DCA

OMADCA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/4

10:55 am-6:20 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/10

4:05 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$287

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - DCA

OMADCA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 11/26

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

3:30 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$297

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - DCA

OMADCA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/3

10:50 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/7

4:05 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$316

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

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa to District of Columbia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $335. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in May, then you should wait until November to fly from Iowa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $348.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $380. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Iowa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $507.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

Flying to District of Columbia from Iowa in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $156 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to District of Columbia are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $433. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Iowa to District of Columbia flight route?

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

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

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

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

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Best Price Found

$168

Fastest flight time

2h 09m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in District of Columbia

1 airport
The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $168. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $305.
The fastest flight from Iowa to District of Columbia takes 2h 09m
Direct flights go from Iowa to District of Columbia every day.
There is 1 airport near District of Columbia: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to District of Columbia?

    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 Iowa to District of Columbia.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia. 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 Iowa to District of Columbia

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FrontierPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,126 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $190Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,035 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,002 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,994 reviews
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