$117+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
Aug 4 — Aug 111
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.
Round-trip from | $225 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $117 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $407 |
Good round-trip deal | $401 or less |
Good one-way deal | $291 or less |
Find flight deals from District of Columbia to Des Moines
Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Des MoinesExplore 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 July 30, 2025.
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 July 30, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/41:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop25h 40mFrontier
Wed 10/83:30 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop29h 29mFrontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/24:35 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$236
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:45 amIAD - DSM
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/276:10 amDSM - IAD
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1711:04 amIAD - DSM
1 stop13h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/246:30 amDSM - IAD
3 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$275
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:04 amIAD - DSM
1 stop13h 23mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/1711:38 amDSM - IAD
2 stops23h 54mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/27![Allegiant Air logo]()
$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/308:20 amDCA - DSM
Nonstop2h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/313:48 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29![American Airlines logo]()
$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/247:21 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/278:00 amDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/206:00 amIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Sun 9/216:30 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 7/28![Delta logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 12/268:15 amIAD - DSM
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:35 amDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28![United Airlines logo]()
$417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Sun 11/236:20 amDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/30![Delta logo]()
$421
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District of Columbia
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Depart
Return
Price
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
DCA - DSM
DCADSM
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 10/4
1:00 pm-1:40 pm
1 stop25h 40m
Des Moines
Wed 10/8
3:30 pm-9:59 pm
1 stop29h 29m
$225
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
DCA - DSM
DCADSM
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 8/27
8:00 am-11:25 am
1 stop4h 25m
Des Moines
Tue 9/2
4:35 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$236
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
IAD - DSM
IADDSM
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 9/24
5:45 am-2:40 pm
1 stop9h 55m
Des Moines
Sat 9/27
6:10 am-3:00 pm
1 stop7h 50m
$242
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
IAD - DSM
IADDSM
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 8/17
11:04 am-11:27 pm
1 stop13h 23m
Des Moines
Sun 8/24
6:30 am-11:20 am
3 stops27h 50m
$275
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
IAD - DSM
IADDSM
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 8/14
11:04 am-11:27 pm
1 stop13h 23m
Des Moines
Sun 8/17
11:38 am-12:32 pm
2 stops23h 54m
$328
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
DCA - DSM
DCADSM
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 8/30
8:20 am-10:19 am
Nonstop2h 59m
Des Moines
Sun 8/31
3:48 pm-7:15 pm
Nonstop2h 27m
$352
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
IAD - DSM
IADDSM
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 9/24
7:21 pm-11:06 pm
1 stop4h 45m
Des Moines
Sat 9/27
8:00 am-1:49 pm
1 stop4h 49m
$373
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
IAD - DSM
IADDSM
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 9/20
2:15 pm-9:01 pm
1 stop7h 46m
Des Moines
Sun 9/21
5:25 pm-11:38 pm
1 stop5h 13m
$397
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
IAD - DSM
IADDSM
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 12/26
8:15 am-2:33 pm
1 stop7h 18m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
11:35 am-5:30 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$417
Washington, D.C.Des Moines
DCA - DSM
DCADSM
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 8/27
1:00 pm-2:23 pm
1 stop26h 23m
$117
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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 $402). 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 July 30, 2025.
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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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from District of Columbia to Des Moines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentGina,Jul 2025
LAS - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentGina,Jul 2025
LAS - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentGina,Jul 2025
LAS - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentGina,Jul 2025
LAS - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentGina,Jul 2025
LAS - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentGina,Jul 2025
LAS - DEN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$138 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$242 | Average$471 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$246 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$282 | Average$449 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |