What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Southwest and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 85% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Frontier and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Des Moines

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As of February 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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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.

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Q: How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines on average per day?

2 flights are operational daily from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 66% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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DCA11:23 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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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 January, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines during June average around $394.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $399. Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $649. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $430 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for as low as $308 on momondo.

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

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

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

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

As of February 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines flights are approximately 124% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$292
Fastest flight time	2h 50m
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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the past 72 hours is $292. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $377.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines takes 2h 50m

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A flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Des Moines will travel around 893.3 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 2h 50m.
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As of February 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines Airport.
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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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines is Embraer 175, representing 61.62% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 at 25.25%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 9.09%, and Airbus A319 at 1.01%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines is American Airlines (85% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Southwest (8%) and Delta (7%).

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Southwest	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,283 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $286	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,182 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $307	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,272 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

American Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines
American Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines around 11 times per week, with 11,272 momondo users rating the airline 7.2/10. The cheapest American Airlines deal from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in the last 72 hours was $307 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $442 for American Airlines flights on this route.

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