Cheap flights from Des Moines to Washington (DSM - WAS)

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From Des Moines to Washington

Are flight prices decreasing from Des Moines to Washington due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Des Moines and Washington for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Which airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Des Moines to Washington have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like American Airlines with this kind of flexibility.

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

Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Washington. 5 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Washington on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Washington should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Washington per day.

Can I find flights from Des Moines to Washington for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Washington for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $283, but on average you can expect to pay $296.

Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Washington for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Des Moines to Washington under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Washington is less than $379.

Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Washington for under $400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Washington within the next 7 days for less than $400.

Is Des Moines weather warmer or cooler than Washington?

With an average temperature of 90 °F, peak weather can be found in July. As a traveler, expect to see changes in flight prices during that period. The temperatures in Washington are hotter than in Des Moines.

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Washington?

For as low as $319, American Airlines can have you in Washington from Des Moines in 2h 18m. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington round-trip?

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, with prices starting at $283. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $293 and $301, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 12% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Washington are American Airlines ($142), Delta ($146), and United Airlines ($151).