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142 € Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines

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Des Moines.142 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 142 €, select.
Des Moines.142 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 142 €, select.
Des Moines.166 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.
Des Moines.167 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.
Des Moines.231 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 231 €, select.
Des Moines.257 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 257 €, select.
Des Moines.270 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 270 €, select.
Des Moines.306 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Fri, 26 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 306 €, select.

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Washington D.C. to Des Moines: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found142 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week84

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Des Moines is 142 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Des Moines.
American Airlines, Republic Airways and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Des Moines.
As of September 2025, there are 84 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 30 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Des Moines is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): What you need to know

  • Begin your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) leaving from either of these.

  • Take off on a direct Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Des Moines is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Washington DC. Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines.

  • With 13 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from DCA to DSM is with American Airlines at 10:06pm.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to DSM.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) operate out of this terminal.

  • American Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport jetting out of DCA.

  • The airline with the highest booking numbers between DCA and DSM is American Airlines.

  • American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 67.02% of its services arriving as planned.

  • DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.44% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • Flights that take off from BWI land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 77.13% of the time.

About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • The centre of Des Moines is roughly 6 kilometres from Des Moines International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • 79 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport. A return flight starts from 142 €. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Washington DC to DSM, book your ticket one month before your departure date.

  • The best month for landing cheap Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to DSM by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Des Moines. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Washington DC to DSM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Des Moines International Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).

More about Des Moines

Explore more of the United States

  • Des Moines is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south of Des Moines, a trip to Kansas City will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon.

  • Omaha is another standout destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres west of Des Moines. No journey is complete without dropping by Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within.

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