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$70+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — WAS
Apr 26 — May 31
Sun 4/26
Sun 5/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Washington, D.C.

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:36 pm
CID
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DCA
1 stop21h 24m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:00 am
DCA
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CID
1 stop6h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$140
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/12:36 pm
CID
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DCA
1 stop6h 23m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:00 am
DCA
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CID
1 stop6h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/101:54 pm
OMA
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IAD
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
IAD
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OMA
1 stop10h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/101:54 pm
OMA
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BWI
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:57 am
BWI
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OMA
1 stop7h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/12:36 pm
CID
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DCA
1 stop6h 23m
Frontier
Tue 5/57:00 am
DCA
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CID
1 stop7h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$180
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/174:04 pm
OMA
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IAD
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
IAD
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OMA
1 stop10h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/242:36 pm
CID
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DCA
1 stop6h 23m
Frontier
Mon 4/278:00 am
DCA
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CID
1 stop6h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/131:54 pm
OMA
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IAD
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
IAD
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OMA
1 stop10h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/238:58 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop24h 01m
Frontier
Thu 4/307:59 am
DCA
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OMA
1 stop13h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/138:59 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop15h 01m
Frontier
Sat 4/256:00 pm
DCA
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OMA
1 stop27h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/138:59 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop24h 00m
Frontier
Mon 4/201:59 pm
DCA
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OMA
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/101:54 pm
OMA
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BWI
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Fri 4/246:14 am
BWI
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OMA
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$200

Find flight deals from Iowa to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated March 27, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$140
(Expedia)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

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November

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February

Average price

$473

Good round-trip deal

$369 or less

Good one-way deal

$263 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. 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 March 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

OmahaBaltimore

OMA - BWI

OMABWI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/2

5:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/9

6:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 25m

$245

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Wed 4/29

5:11 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/4

5:27 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$276

OmahaBaltimore

OMA - BWI

OMABWI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/6

5:42 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$287

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

1:35 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/9

3:27 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$290

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - IAD

OMAIAD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/5

5:30 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

6:37 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$291

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Fri 6/5

5:17 pm-12:51 am

1 stop6h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/16

6:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop5h 24m

$298

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-12:00 pm

2 stops5h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/9

11:10 am-8:55 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$301

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Wed 4/15

1:55 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/19

8:20 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$310

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Thu 4/16

6:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop4h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/18

8:20 am-12:41 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$310

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Fri 5/15

7:05 pm-12:33 am

1 stop4h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/16

6:15 am-10:04 am

1 stop4h 49m

$310

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

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (average of $190). Flying from Iowa to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 IA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C.?

    A quick flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. can take about 6h 31m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $276. The distance from Iowa to Washington, D.C. is about 709 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. are Delta ($99), Southwest ($129), and American Airlines ($156).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National is the most popular route from Iowa to Washington, D.C..

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Iowa to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (average of $190). Flying from Iowa to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Iowa to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C.. 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$118Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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