Question 1

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

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Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $161. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $231 and $250, respectively. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. one-way?

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The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($83), American Airlines ($125), and United Airlines ($125).

Question 3

How recently were the Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

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The Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

Question 4

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. (average of $278). Flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Question 9

What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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While some choose either Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Des Moines - Baltimore/Washington, Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is the most popular route from Des Moines to Washington, D.C..

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Consider American Airlines, Delta or Allegiant Air when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C..

Question 11

Can I find flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $161, but on average you can expect to pay $232.

Question 12

Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is less than $414.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $300?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $300.

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Washington, D.C..

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C., book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 215% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $411 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $681.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines. Users have commonly found prices around $409 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $168. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to WAS?

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One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Question 18

What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.. 5 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

Question 19

What does DSM to IAD mean?

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This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). Codes like Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Question 20

Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 21

Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 22

Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 23

How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C..

Question 24

Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 25

Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 26

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Popular in	June
Cheapest in	February
Round-trip from	$234
One-way from	$125

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Allegiant Air	Cheapest$111	Average$241	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%
Frontier	Cheapest$162	Average$246	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$178	Average$488	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$226	Average$413	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$245	Average$456	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

24%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
30%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
46%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	3daily flights
Monday	3daily flights
Tuesday	3daily flights
Wednesday	3daily flights
Thursday	3daily flights
Friday	3daily flights
Saturday	2daily flights

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