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

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 56m and 4h 08m, respectively.

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

Flights connecting via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 31m.

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

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 15m.

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

Flights via St. Louis (STL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $543.

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

Frontier, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

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

As of November 2025, 5 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Des Moines each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 60% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $398 to $597. The lowest price recently found on this route was $204.

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

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 $406. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $721. 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. 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 Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight route?

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights are approximately 54% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$311
Fastest flight time	2h 52m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $311. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $463.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines takes 2h 52m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Des Moines by plane?
Des Moines is 892.3 mi away from Washington, D.C.. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 51m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Des Moines, the leading plane model is Embraer 175, making up 56.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 26.40%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 with 14.40%, and Airbus A319 with 0.80%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines is American Airlines, representing 78% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 10%, United Airlines at 6%, and Southwest at 6%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $246	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

American Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Des Moines
American Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines, operating 4 flights/week on average for this route. A good American Airlines flight deal for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines starts from $246 round-trip, up to an average price of $345. Our users have rated American Airlines at 7.2/10.

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

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 Washington, D.C. to Des Moines during February average around $409.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights are approximately 54% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Frontier, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

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

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via St. Louis (STL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $543.

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

Flights connecting via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 31m.

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

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 15m.

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

As of November 2025, 5 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Des Moines each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 60% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 56m and 4h 08m, respectively.

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