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$99+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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.
DSM — DCA
May 24 — May 311
Sun 5/24
Sun 5/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2026.

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 5/284:20 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Tue 6/23:40 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 9/512:10 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 9/812:05 pm
DCA
-
DSM
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 9/195:30 am
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Sat 9/266:10 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22$303
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/222:16 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Fri 5/297:00 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$310
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:04 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop21h 55m
Frontier
Sun 5/36:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop26h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$312
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.
Sat 5/305:35 am
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/27:55 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21$320
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.
Fri 5/295:25 am
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/212:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20$325
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/242:04 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop21h 55m
Frontier
Sun 4/261:59 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop24h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$326
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/122:16 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop6h 43m
Frontier
Mon 6/157:00 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$328

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$300
(Southwest)

One-way from

$99
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$440

Good round-trip deal

$371 or less

Good one-way deal

$263 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National 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 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

4:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/2

7:55 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 30m

$300

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 9/5

12:10 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/8

12:05 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$301

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

5:25 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/2

3:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$325

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:35 am-3:05 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/2

12:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$330

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

5:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/3

12:40 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$347

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

5:40 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/19

4:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$355

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

3:45 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/24

4:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$387

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 7/4

6:07 am-11:34 am

1 stop4h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/13

12:27 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$417

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

5:25 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/4

2:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$422
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

3:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$149

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Reagan-National 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 Des Moines-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Des Moines-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $461). 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 DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport as you normally would.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated April 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, such as Southwest and American Airlines. 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
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,334 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,666 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There is 1 flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in 5h 35m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 895 mi between Des Moines and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip from $234. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $122. Users have also found prices from $129 and $162 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), American Airlines (87%) or Alaska Airlines (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport? While on average our users pay $504, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around $252.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Reagan-National flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Reagan-National 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 Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $461). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Reagan-National

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Reagan-National. 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 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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