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$81+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — DSM
janv. 3 — janv. 101
sam. 1/3
sam. 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 décembre 4, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
jeu. 12/116:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop26h 03mFrontier
lun. 12/157:58 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$276
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
ven. 12/126:50 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
mar. 1/66:10 amDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
jeu. 12/2510:30 amDCA - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/61:16 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
mar. 12/306:50 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
jeu. 1/86:10 amDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
jeu. 12/2510:30 amDCA - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
mer. 12/313:26 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$363
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
sam. 12/276:45 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
mar. 1/63:20 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
jeu. 12/258:15 amDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
mer. 12/314:15 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/1$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
ven. 12/193:15 pmDCA - DSM
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
mer. 1/73:20 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$376

Find 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 décembre 4, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$174
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$503 or less

Good one-way deal

$331 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Reagan-National

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Des Moines

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Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jeu. 1/8

6:00 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop26h 22m

Des Moines

lun. 1/12

8:17 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 42m

$174

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mer. 1/7

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

mer. 1/7

3:20 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$212

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sam. 1/10

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

lun. 1/12

12:04 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$285

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sam. 1/10

6:00 am-4:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Des Moines

ven. 1/16

11:42 am-10:55 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$294

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mer. 2/11

8:10 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Des Moines

dim. 2/15

1:39 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$300

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ven. 1/16

10:43 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

5:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$309

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ven. 1/16

6:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

8:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$319

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ven. 12/26

6:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

mar. 1/6

6:10 am-1:00 pm

2 stops5h 50m

$332

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jeu. 12/25

6:10 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

mar. 1/6

3:20 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$332

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 3/3

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$106

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines

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 November 28, 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 26 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines (average of $217). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in November is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 décembre 4, 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight at noon.

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 décembre 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 2 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 3 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines?

    Frontier, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in just under 4h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 57m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Des Moines is about 895 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $180. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $286 and $307, respectively. Southwest is priced at 58% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $133. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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 Envoy Air (96%), PSA Airlines (89%) or Alaska Airlines (85%) 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 $505, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $331. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines), is priced around $212.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines (average of $217). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in November is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 3 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 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 décembre 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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