Washington, D.C.

$87+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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DSM — WAS
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheap 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$174
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$87
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$424

Good round-trip deal

$320 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
From Iowa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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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 junio 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
vie. 7/186:00 amDSM - BWI
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 7/217:10 amBWI - DSM
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/168:05 amCID - BWI
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/235:30 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
sáb. 9/2012:42 pmCID - BWI
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/236:31 pmBWI - CID
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$196
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 7/216:52 pmCID - BWI
1 stop27h 42mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/241:21 pmBWI - CID
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mar. 7/15:16 amOMA - BWI
1 stop6h 13mDelta
sáb. 7/56:00 amBWI - OMA
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/11$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mar. 8/193:10 pmOMA - BWI
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
jue. 8/214:50 pmBWI - OMA
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 9/172:57 pmOMA - BWI
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/2010:00 amBWI - OMA
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/294:19 pmCID - BWI
1 stop6h 40mDelta
lun. 8/44:45 pmBWI - CID
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/12$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 7/45:27 pmMLI - DCA
1 stop5h 19mDelta
mar. 7/83:59 pmDCA - MLI
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/11$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/315:20 pmMLI - DCA
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/26:25 amDCA - MLI
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
jue. 8/286:12 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/26:54 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
sáb. 9/275:52 pmOMA - DCA
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/306:30 amDCA - OMA
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$275

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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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

vie. 7/18

6:00 am-7:30 am

1 stop24h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 7/21

7:10 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$174

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

mié. 7/16

6:37 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 8/12

5:20 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$191

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 9/20

12:42 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 9/23

6:31 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$196

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

lun. 7/21

6:52 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop27h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 7/24

1:21 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$220

OmahaBaltimore

OMA - BWI

OMABWI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mar. 7/1

5:16 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 7/5

6:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$237

OmahaBaltimore

OMA - BWI

OMABWI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mar. 8/19

3:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 8/21

4:50 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$242

OmahaBaltimore

OMA - BWI

OMABWI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 9/17

2:57 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 9/20

10:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$244

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

mar. 7/29

4:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 8/5

4:45 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$249

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - DCA

MLIDCA

Moline Quad-City

vie. 7/4

5:27 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 7/8

3:59 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$249

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - DCA

MLIDCA

Moline Quad-City

jue. 7/31

5:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 8/2

6:25 am-10:22 am

1 stop4h 57m

$250

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Iowa to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 junio 12, 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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, D.C.. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Iowa to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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