What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington to Des Moines?

United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Washington to Des Moines

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in State of Washington, such as Spokane or Seattle, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 4h 47m and 5h 10m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from State of Washington according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from State of Washington to Des Moines on average per week?

1 flights are operational weekly from State of Washington to Des Moines as of August 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 100% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington to Des Moines Airport?

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As of August 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington to Des Moines Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington 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 to Des Moines Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:27 pm - 10:44 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

16h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

8:30 pm - 3:08 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

20h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

$144Frontier

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28

4:27 pm - 10:44 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

16h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

8:30 pm - 3:08 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

20h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

$148Frontier

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

11:59 pm - 8:56 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:29 am - 3:43 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$249American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

11:57 pm - 8:39 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:14 pm - 9:52 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$249American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22

5:00 am - 12:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

1:35 pm - 5:42 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6h 07m1 stop Denver Intl

$249United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

5:00 am - 12:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

5:21 pm - 9:31 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$249United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 22

11:59 pm - 10:17 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 18m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

5:59 pm - 11:55 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 56m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$249Delta

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 29

11:50 pm - 10:11 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 21m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

7:51 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$249Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

5:30 am - 4:10 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:15 am - 3:10 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 55m2 stops Denver Intl San Jose

$254Southwest

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22

5:30 am - 4:10 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:15 am - 3:10 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 55m2 stops Denver Intl San Jose

$254Southwest

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

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6:49 pm - 11:14 pmPDX Portland-DSM Des Moines

26h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl

9:00 am - 10:44 amDSM Des Moines-PDX Portland

3h 44mnonstop

$279Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 18

12:20 pm - 10:09 amPDX Portland-DSM Des Moines

43h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl

3:08 pm - 4:52 pmDSM Des Moines-PDX Portland

3h 44mnonstop

$387Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 16

5:42 pm - 11:03 pmPDX Portland-DSM Des Moines

3h 21mnonstop

9:00 am - 10:44 amDSM Des Moines-PDX Portland

3h 44mnonstop

$393Allegiant Air

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 18

5:42 pm - 11:03 pmPDX Portland-DSM Des Moines

3h 21mnonstop

3:08 pm - 4:52 pmDSM Des Moines-PDX Portland

3h 44mnonstop

$407Allegiant Air

Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 16

11:05 pm - 11:25 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

10h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

12:30 pm - 11:25 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$537Southwest

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26

11:05 pm - 11:25 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

10h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

12:30 pm - 8:15 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Oakland

$537Southwest

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26

3:35 pm - 12:20 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:55 pm - 8:52 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$666American Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 15

3:55 pm - 9:56 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

16h 01m2 stops Portland Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:32 am - 6:52 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego

$677Alaska Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26

6:21 am - 6:55 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

10h 34m2 stops San Diego Dallas/Fort Worth

6:55 am - 4:53 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld

$755Alaska Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 21

11:34 pm - 1:25 pmPDX Portland-DSM Des Moines

11h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:49 pm - 11:34 amDSM Des Moines-PDX Portland

17h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$953American Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 17

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United Airlines flights from State of Washington to Des Moines

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Sep 19

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Sep 19

SEA5:00 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

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Sep 15

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11h 22m

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Sep 9

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$260

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Oct 24

GEG6:30 amSpokane

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DSM7:50 pmDes Moines

Oct 28

DSM7:05 amDes Moines

9h 40m

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$265

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Sep 9

SEA6:25 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

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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 October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from State of Washington to Des Moines during September average around $431.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from State of Washington when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $503 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from State of Washington for as low as $402 on momondo.

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As of August 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington 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 to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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