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$155+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — DSM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sat 1/11
Sat 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Des Moines are usually found in September or February, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 6, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$352
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Frontier)

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September

Average price

$567
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Thu 2/611:59 amDCA - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/81:01 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$352
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 2/58:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Fri 2/76:10 amDSM - DCA
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/207:34 amDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Sun 2/235:55 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 1/6$381
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/86:00 amDCA - DSM
2 stops16h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/1511:29 amDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$426

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DCA - DSM

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

11:59 am-4:34 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

1:01 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$352

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/5

8:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Des Moines

Fri 2/7

6:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$362

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/20

7:34 am-11:31 am

1 stop4h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 2/23

5:55 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$381

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

11:29 am-4:54 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$426

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/3

1:03 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$155

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/5

8:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$172

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/5

9:15 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$200

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/4

6:20 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$210

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/3

9:45 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$245

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 33 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.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 DCA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 6, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 6, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Des Moines have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,663 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,513 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,942 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
6.1
Okay
3,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 4 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $352. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $362 and $381, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $155. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines?

    Consider American Airlines (81%), PSA Airlines (81%) or Alaska Airlines (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $425, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $210. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines), is priced around $241.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$344Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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