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$117+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to District of Columbia

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Round-trip from

$225
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$117
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$424

Good round-trip deal

$262 or less

Good one-way deal

$287 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia
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 julio 29, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/83:30 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop24h 31mFrontier
mar. 10/146:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop21h 43mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$225
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/68:35 amDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
mar. 9/98:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$236
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/66:10 amDSM - IAD
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
mar. 9/92:25 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$236
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/13:50 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/710:00 pmDCA - DSM
Nonstop2h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$353
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/178:30 amDSM - IAD
3 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/217:10 pmIAD - DSM
2 stops26h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$354
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/3010:18 amDSM - DCA
1 stop10h 43mDelta
mié. 9/36:55 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop16h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/27$365
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/108:00 amDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/177:21 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$369
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1311:35 amDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/1412:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$392
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/1711:38 amDSM - IAD
2 stops23h 54mAllegiant Air
jue. 8/217:10 pmIAD - DSM
2 stops26h 31mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/29$395
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.
vie. 10/35:54 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop4h 12mDelta
mar. 10/76:00 amIAD - DSM
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/28$397
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/181:05 pmDSM - IAD
2 stops17h 13mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/199:57 amIAD - DSM
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$412

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

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

mié. 10/8

3:30 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop24h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 10/14

6:00 pm-2:43 pm

1 stop21h 43m

$225

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

sáb. 9/6

8:35 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 9/9

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$236

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

sáb. 9/6

6:10 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 9/9

2:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$236

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

vie. 8/15

8:35 am-9:09 pm

3 stops11h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 8/17

11:04 am-11:27 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$352

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

mié. 10/1

3:50 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 10/7

10:00 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$353

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

sáb. 8/30

10:18 am-10:01 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 9/2

12:00 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$365

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

mié. 9/10

8:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 9/17

7:21 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$369

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

sáb. 9/13

11:35 am-5:01 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 9/14

12:00 pm-5:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$392

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

dom. 8/17

11:38 am-12:32 pm

2 stops23h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 8/21

7:10 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops26h 31m

$395

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - IAD

DSMIAD

Des Moines

vie. 10/3

5:54 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 10/7

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$397

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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 julio 29, 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.

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 julio 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to District of Columbia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
703 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia?

    For a flight from Des Moines to District of Columbia, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to District of Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $117 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $118 and Allegiant Air from $145 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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  • 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to District of Columbia. 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 julio 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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