Des Moines

$91+ 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$298
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$91
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$436

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
From District of Columbia to Des Moines
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines.

Find flight deals from District of Columbia to Des Moines

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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/45:40 pmIAD - DSM
3 stops30h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/911:00 amDSM - IAD
1 stop23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/1711:58 amIAD - DSM
1 stop11h 40mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/2712:43 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop26h 13mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/47:45 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Sun 9/73:12 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/11$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/156:30 amDCA - DSM
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/187:08 amDSM - DCA
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/158:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Tue 8/268:25 amDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$341
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/41:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Sun 9/78:41 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop19h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/126:20 amIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Sat 7/195:30 amDSM - IAD
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/12$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/25:41 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/267:09 amDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/297:25 amIAD - DSM
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Thu 7/311:35 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/76:35 amIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/116:50 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$421
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/26:50 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$467

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

District of Columbia

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/4

5:40 pm-11:37 pm

3 stops30h 57m

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

11:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop23h 08m

$298

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/17

11:58 am-10:38 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 7/27

12:43 pm-3:56 pm

1 stop26h 13m

$306

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

7:45 am-2:09 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 9/7

3:12 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$309

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/7

3:50 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

7:32 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$335

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/15

8:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

8:25 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$341

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

1:00 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 9/7

8:41 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$347

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/12

6:20 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 56m

Des Moines

Sat 7/19

5:30 am-1:11 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$359

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/2

5:41 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

7:09 am-12:49 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$373

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/29

7:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Des Moines

Thu 7/31

1:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$395

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/7

6:35 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

6:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop4h 40m

$421

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/11

Showing 1-10 of 22 results
1
2
3

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from District of Columbia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Des Moines

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 $411). 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 June 12, 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 June 12, 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 Southwest ($91), Allegiant Air ($119), and Frontier ($161).

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Des Moines?

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

  • 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 $411). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near District of Columbia?

Book flights to District of Columbia if you plan to visit one of these locations
Altoona
Ames
Johnston
Boone
West Des Moines
Ankeny

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for District of Columbia to Des Moines

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$322Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.