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$79+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Iowa

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — DSM
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$154
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$383

Good round-trip deal

$442 or less

Good one-way deal

$311 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 10/118:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 10/156:20 amDSM - DCA
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$154
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:13 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/186:20 pmCID - BWI
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/92:25 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:30 amDSM - IAD
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:55 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/164:35 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 10/38:52 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop12h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/65:51 pmDSM - BWI
2 stops20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$216
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 10/26:20 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/76:18 pmCID - BWI
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 10/118:05 amBWI - DSM
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/155:42 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/235:38 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/48:05 amCID - BWI
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/46:30 amDCA - DSM
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Wed 10/84:45 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 9/242:40 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Sat 9/2711:25 amDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/11$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/310:45 amBWI - OMA
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 9/107:40 amOMA - BWI
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/23:35 pmDCA - DSM
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/74:45 pmDSM - DCA
2 stops5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa 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 August 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/11

8:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

6:20 am-11:10 am

1 stop3h 50m

$154

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/8

6:13 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/18

6:20 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 13m

$191

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

2:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 9/16

6:30 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$208

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

6:55 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 9/16

4:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$208

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/3

8:52 pm-8:29 am

1 stop12h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

5:51 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$216

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/2

6:20 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 10/7

6:18 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$220

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/11

8:05 am-2:58 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

5:42 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$223

BaltimoreCedar Rapids

BWI - CID

BWICID

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/23

5:38 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/4

8:05 am-1:58 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$226

BaltimoreOmaha

BWI - OMA

BWIOMA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/30

6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/31

6:19 am-11:48 am

1 stop4h 29m

$227

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/4

6:30 am-3:05 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

4:45 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 WAS to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated August 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Iowa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. American Airlines flights start at $105 while deals on Frontier start at $107 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Iowa are Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Iowa 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. to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 Washington, D.C. to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Iowa. 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$138Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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