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$61+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines (DSM)

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BWI — DSM
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from District of Columbia (USDC) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/86:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Mon 3/108:17 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop14h 46mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$124
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/155:54 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Tue 3/187:48 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop20h 06mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$135
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/199:00 pmDCA - DSM
Nonstop2h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/2512:57 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:10 amIAD - DSM
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/206:45 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:40 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Tue 2/255:14 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Deal found 1/29$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/179:20 amIAD - DSM
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/226:40 amDSM - IAD
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:55 amDCA - DSM
2 stops6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 2/254:00 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/112:29 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Wed 3/56:26 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/29$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/92:10 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Mon 5/127:00 amDSM - IAD
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/248:45 amDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/303:15 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$442
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Tue 3/188:25 amIAD - DSM
3 stops15h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/207:32 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$477
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Fri 8/13:13 pmIAD - DSM
2 stops23h 18mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/33:45 pmDSM - IAD
2 stops21h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/29$544

Find flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/8

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

8:17 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$124

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/15

5:54 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop25h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

7:48 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop20h 06m

$135

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

9:00 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

12:57 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$323

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/18

6:10 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$343

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

5:40 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

5:14 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$343

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

6:55 am-12:20 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

4:00 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$348

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

9:20 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

6:40 am-1:22 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$348

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/1

12:29 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

6:26 pm-12:20 am

1 stop4h 54m

$353

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

2:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$423

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/24

8:45 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 7/30

3:15 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$442

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from District of Columbia to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines as you normally would.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from District of Columbia to Des Moines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,424 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from District of Columbia?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines are Frontier ($61), American Airlines ($149), and Delta ($172).

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from District of Columbia to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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