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$96+ 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — DSM
May 21 — May 281
Thu 5/21
Thu 5/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Des Moines

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 April 21, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/2011:04 am
DCA
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 51m
American Airlines
Wed 5/276:33 am
DSM
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/16$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/2812:15 pm
DCA
-
DSM
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Mon 6/14:20 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$373
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:00 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Wed 6/102:16 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop6h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/235:22 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 42m
American Airlines
Tue 5/266:33 am
DSM
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/16$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 8/217:25 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Mon 8/243:50 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21$378
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:00 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop25h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/246:00 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Sat 6/275:10 am
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 5/117:45 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Wed 5/133:15 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/232:59 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 13m
Delta
Tue 5/265:28 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/287:55 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/305:35 am
DSM
-
DCA
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$392

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 April 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$367
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$547

Good round-trip deal

$447 or less

Good one-way deal

$512 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National 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 April 21, 2026.
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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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/21

7:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 8/24

3:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$378

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/1

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 8/8

5:52 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$387

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/24

4:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 6/27

5:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$387

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/12

2:10 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 8/18

2:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$397

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/17

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 6/22

4:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$417

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 6/7

5:10 am-6:10 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$433

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/8

12:15 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

4:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$446

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/2

7:00 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 10/4

6:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 30m

$447
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/13

7:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 8/16

5:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 20m

$447

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/4

2:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

5:10 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 00m

$452

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Reagan-National with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 17, 2026.

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 87 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines (average of $337). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 April 21, 2026.

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 5% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines?

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 April 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,434 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,645 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reagan-National 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 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 3 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?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in just under 4h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15m. 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 $276 and $318, respectively. Southwest is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (86%), American Airlines (79%) or PSA Airlines (73%) 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 $492, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $308. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines), is priced around $367.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines (average of $337). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 April 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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