$91+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to District of Columbia
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $296 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $91 (Southwest) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $424 |
Good round-trip deal | $338 or less |
Good one-way deal | $163 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to District of ColumbiaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to District of Columbia. 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.
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.
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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.
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.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - IAD
DSMIAD
Des Moines
Sat 7/19
1:13 pm-8:53 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 7/24
1:05 pm-10:38 pm
3 stops10h 33m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - IAD
DSMIAD
Des Moines
Wed 6/25
10:31 am-11:02 am
1 stop23h 31m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 6/26
9:10 pm-6:11 pm
2 stops22h 01m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - DCA
DSMDCA
Des Moines
Sun 8/17
6:10 am-1:45 pm
2 stops6h 35m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Fri 8/22
3:55 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops7h 55m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - IAD
DSMIAD
Des Moines
Wed 8/20
11:23 am-6:49 pm
1 stop6h 26m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 8/24
6:15 am-10:18 am
1 stop5h 03m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - IAD
DSMIAD
Des Moines
Sun 8/17
4:15 pm-12:55 am
1 stop7h 40m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 8/22
7:35 am-1:00 pm
1 stop6h 25m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - DCA
DSMDCA
Des Moines
Fri 8/22
6:20 pm-12:11 pm
1 stop16h 51m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 8/24
6:00 pm-2:23 pm
1 stop21h 23m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - DCA
DSMDCA
Des Moines
Mon 8/18
7:32 am-4:16 pm
1 stop7h 44m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 8/19
6:59 am-4:35 pm
1 stop10h 36m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - DCA
DSMDCA
Des Moines
Wed 8/6
2:39 pm-11:29 pm
1 stop7h 50m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 8/11
6:10 am-8:57 pm
1 stop15h 47m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - IAD
DSMIAD
Des Moines
Sat 10/4
7:55 am-1:51 pm
1 stop4h 56m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 10/7
6:05 pm-9:44 pm
1 stop4h 39m
Des MoinesWashington, D.C.
DSM - DCA
DSMDCA
Des Moines
Sat 7/19
8:00 am-2:13 pm
1 stop5h 13m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 7/24
5:00 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop7h 00m
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to District of Columbia
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to District of Columbia
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to District of Columbia?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Des Moines to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 DSM to DC?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to District of Columbia. 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 Des Moines to District of Columbia as you normally would.
Rainfall in District of Columbia by month
Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.
Temperature in District of Columbia by month
Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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Overall
Entertainment
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Boarding
Comfort
Food
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$142 | Average$263 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$398 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$255 | Average$401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$460 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$331 | Average$376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |