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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines from $109

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Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
Allegiant Air Logo
11:54 am - 11:27 pmIAD-DSM
12h 33m1 stop
Allegiant Air Logo
5:25 pm - 2:44 pmDSM-IAD
20h 19m1 stop
$195Allegiant Air
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Thu, May 29 - Fri, May 30
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5:15 pm - 11:27 pmBWI-DSM
7h 12m1 stop
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6:00 am - 7:31 amDSM-BWI
24h 31m1 stop
Thu, May 29 - Fri, May 30
Frontier Logo
1:00 pm - 7:53 pmDCA-DSM
7h 53m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:38 pm - 12:00 pmDSM-DCA
14h 22m1 stop
$266Frontier
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Fri, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 9
Frontier Logo
1:00 pm - 7:53 pmDCA-DSM
7h 53m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:38 pm - 12:00 pmDSM-DCA
14h 22m1 stop
$268Frontier
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Fri, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 9
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 10:22 pmBWI-DSM
8h 17m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:38 pm - 9:42 pmDSM-BWI
5h 04m1 stop
$271United Airlines
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Tue, May 27 - Tue, Jun 3
United Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 4:18 pmBWI-DSM
9h 09m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:19 am - 9:42 pmDSM-BWI
11h 23m2 stops
$276United Airlines
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Tue, May 27 - Tue, Jun 3
American Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 11:58 pmBWI-DSM
4h 41m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 12:59 pmDSM-BWI
5h 14m1 stop
$287American Airlines
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Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 10:19 amIAD-DSM
4h 59m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:43 pm - 11:19 pmDSM-IAD
7h 36m1 stop
$293Delta
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Thu, Jul 3 - Thu, Jul 3
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:37 amBWI-DSM
4h 37m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:53 pm - 12:43 amDSM-BWI
5h 50m1 stop
$297Delta
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Sat, Jul 26 - Sat, Aug 2
American Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 11:52 pmBWI-DSM
7h 28m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:32 pm - 12:10 amDSM-BWI
5h 38m1 stop
$345American Airlines
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Tue, Jun 17 - Sat, Jun 21

Delta flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Jul 3
IAD6:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 59m
1 stop
DSM10:19 amDes Moines
Jul 3
DSM2:43 pmDes Moines
7h 36m
1 stop
IAD11:19 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Delta
Jul 26
BWI6:00 amBaltimore/Washington
4h 37m
1 stop
DSM9:37 amDes Moines
Aug 2
DSM5:53 pmDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
BWI12:43 amBaltimore/Washington
Delta
May 30
BWI7:00 amBaltimore/Washington
7h 25m
1 stop
DSM1:25 pmDes Moines
Jun 2
DSM5:30 pmDes Moines
5h 28m
1 stop
BWI11:58 pmBaltimore/Washington

Allegiant Air flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

Our best Allegiant Air deals on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flight tickets
Allegiant Air
May 29
IAD11:54 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 33m
1 stop
DSM11:27 pmDes Moines
May 30
DSM5:25 pmDes Moines
20h 19m
1 stop
IAD2:44 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Allegiant Air
Jun 12
IAD11:52 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 45m
1 stop
DSM10:37 pmDes Moines
Jun 19
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
30h 53m
2 stops
IAD2:23 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Allegiant Air
Jun 22
IAD11:12 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 25m
1 stop
DSM10:37 pmDes Moines
Jun 25
DSM10:31 amDes Moines
23h 31m
1 stop
IAD11:02 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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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 September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines during August average around $385.

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 Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $401. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $485. 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 $424. 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 $443. 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?

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of April 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines flights are approximately 114% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Des Moines (WAS to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$109

Fastest flight time

2h 38m

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 $109. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $195.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines takes 2h 38m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

  • 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 38m.

  • 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.

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  • 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?

  • What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines?


Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines

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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $132Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,284 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $196Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,929 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $297Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,696 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $322Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,295 reviews
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  • 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 6 flights/week on average for this route. A good American Airlines flight deal for Washington, D.C. to Des Moines starts from $262 round-trip, up to an average price of $383. Our users have rated American Airlines at 7.2/10.


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