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$121+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington

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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SEA
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
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3 stars

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Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$486
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Washington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Washington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:00 amDSM - PDX
2 stops28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1112:51 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:29 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop18h 01mFrontier
Thu 1/11:25 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop28h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/15$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:58 pmDSM - PDX
2 stops14h 55mFrontier
Thu 12/1112:51 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop28h 12mFrontier
Deal found 11/17$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:29 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop18h 01mFrontier
Sun 12/281:25 pmSEA - DSM
2 stops28h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/15$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/148:30 amDSM - SEA
1 stop27h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/251:25 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop28h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/44:21 pmDSM - SEA
2 stops21h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/712:48 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:28 pmDSM - SEA
2 stops54h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/251:25 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop28h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/78:30 amDSM - PDX
1 stop26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1112:51 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:29 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop18h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:05 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop15h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/197:54 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/251:25 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop28h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:29 pmDSM - SEA
2 stops19h 25mFrontier
Thu 12/251:25 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop28h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/16$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - PDX
2 stops29h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/112:47 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Washington 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 November 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Washington that are best for you.

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Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

11:23 am-7:35 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Portland

Mon 12/15

12:32 am-10:21 am

1 stop7h 49m

$309

Des MoinesSpokane

DSM - GEG

DSMGEG

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

2:59 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Spokane

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$337

Des MoinesSpokane

DSM - GEG

DSMGEG

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

4:21 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Spokane

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$337

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

2:53 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Portland

Wed 12/10

8:30 am-4:12 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$357

Des MoinesSeattle

DSM - SEA

DSMSEA

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

6:50 am-12:58 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-4:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$357

Des MoinesSeattle

DSM - SEA

DSMSEA

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

4:21 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 1/13

11:10 pm-11:24 am

1 stop10h 14m

$357

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

4:59 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Portland

Sat 12/13

11:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop8h 20m

$357

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

4:59 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Portland

Tue 12/9

10:10 pm-10:38 am

1 stop10h 28m

$357

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

11:01 am-5:43 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Portland

Fri 12/12

12:32 am-10:21 am

1 stop7h 49m

$357

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

4:59 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Portland

Sat 12/13

11:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop8h 20m

$357

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Washington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Washington

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to State of Washington?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State of Washington (average of $131). Flying from Des Moines to State of Washington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 WA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Washington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to State of Washington in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to State of Washington?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Washington. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to State of Washington flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington. 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 Washington. Reviews last updated November 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Washington. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,103 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Washington?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Washington. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to State of Washington?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to State of Washington can take about 10h 12m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. Des Moines and State of Washington are separated by a distance of 1466 mi.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to State of Washington are Frontier ($121), American Airlines ($171), and United Airlines ($172).

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to State of Washington?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to State of Washington consider Des Moines - Seattle/Tacoma Intl, Des Moines - Portland or Des Moines - Spokane as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Washington?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Washington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Washington 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 State of Washington?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State of Washington (average of $131). Flying from Des Moines to State of Washington in December is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Washington. 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$252Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$317Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$486Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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