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$54+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa

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WAS — DSM
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa (USIA). 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 November 14, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/45:26 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/73:00 pmCID - BWI
2 stops8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/73:35 pmIAD - MLI
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Mon 12/95:02 pmMLI - IAD
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/13$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/71:41 pmIAD - MLI
2 stops9h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/93:24 pmMLI - IAD
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/44:42 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Mon 12/94:25 pmCID - BWI
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/13$242
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Thu 11/211:00 pmDCA - CID
1 stop25h 47mFrontier
Mon 11/252:47 pmCID - DCA
1 stop20h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/14$248
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Fri 11/227:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Sat 11/237:30 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop15h 36mFrontier
Deal found 11/14$252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/216:00 amDCA - CID
2 stops6h 23mDelta
Mon 11/254:17 pmCID - DCA
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Deal found 11/14$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/236:00 amIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Sun 11/245:43 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/14$272
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Wed 12/256:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:40 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Wed 12/255:29 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:40 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Tue 12/175:30 pmDCA - CID
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2412:29 pmCID - DCA
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$283
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Tue 12/175:20 pmIAD - CID
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/245:25 pmCID - IAD
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$292

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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BaltimoreOmaha

BWI - OMA

BWIOMA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/6

9:52 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/12

5:44 pm-7:52 am

1 stop13h 08m

$117

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/4

5:26 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/7

3:00 pm-12:28 am

2 stops8h 28m

$213

Washington, D.C.Moline

IAD - MLI

IADMLI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/7

3:35 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 12/9

5:02 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$228

Washington, D.C.Moline

IAD - MLI

IADMLI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/7

1:41 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops9h 23m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 12/9

3:24 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$238

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/4

4:42 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 12/9

4:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$242

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/13

7:00 am-4:07 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 12/16

5:07 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$264

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/25

6:00 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 1/1

6:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$272

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

DCA - CID

DCACID

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/17

8:22 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/24

12:29 pm-3:47 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$273

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/25

5:29 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Des Moines

Wed 1/1

6:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$283

Washington, D.C.Cedar Rapids

IAD - CID

IADCID

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/17

5:20 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/24

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$292

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa 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 WAS to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa 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 Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated November 14, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa, such as United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Delta flights start at $136 while deals on American Airlines start at $153 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Iowa are Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Iowa 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. to Iowa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa 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 Washington, D.C. to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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