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$76+ 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — WAS
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
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 February 3, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 3/27:19 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop16h 56m
Frontier
Wed 3/48:00 am
DCA
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OMA
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$149
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
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DCA
1 stop25h 42m
Frontier
Thu 2/262:00 pm
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop30h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/237:19 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop16h 56m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:00 pm
DCA
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OMA
1 stop25h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/185:00 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop19h 15m
Frontier
Wed 2/252:00 pm
DCA
-
OMA
1 stop20h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$165
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Mon 2/237:19 pm
OMA
-
DCA
1 stop16h 56m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:00 pm
DCA
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OMA
1 stop27h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/45:00 pm
OMA
-
DCA
1 stop19h 15m
Frontier
Sun 3/82:00 pm
DCA
-
OMA
1 stop7h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Wed 3/188:21 pm
DSM
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DCA
1 stop15h 41m
Frontier
Wed 3/258:00 am
DCA
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DSM
1 stop12h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/69:03 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Mon 3/92:00 pm
DCA
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OMA
1 stop7h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$195
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/201:59 pm
OMA
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BWI
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Mon 2/236:00 am
BWI
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OMA
1 stop8h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$199
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/45:00 pm
OMA
-
DCA
1 stop22h 59m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:00 am
DCA
-
OMA
1 stop13h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/82:33 pm
CID
-
DCA
1 stop21h 29m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:00 pm
DCA
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CID
1 stop22h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/45:00 pm
OMA
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DCA
1 stop19h 15m
Frontier
Fri 3/62:00 pm
DCA
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OMA
1 stop7h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$202

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

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Round-trip from

$149
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One-way from

$76
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$239 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaWashington, D.C.

OMA - DCA

OMADCA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/18

5:00 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/25

2:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

$165

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/6

5:42 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 16m

$217

OmahaBaltimore

OMA - BWI

OMABWI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/20

1:59 pm-12:31 am

1 stop9h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$225

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/25

5:42 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/28

6:08 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 45m

$248

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/3

5:01 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

10:08 am-4:16 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$251

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

Fri 4/24

8:00 am-2:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$257

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:27 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/7

8:00 am-7:16 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$259

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

Fri 3/6

4:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/10

11:45 am-10:19 pm

2 stops11h 34m

$261

Cedar RapidsBaltimore

CID - BWI

CIDBWI

Cedar Rapids

Thu 2/26

4:48 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

5:00 am-9:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

$269

MolineWashington, D.C.

MLI - IAD

MLIIAD

Moline Quad-City

Fri 3/13

7:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/15

6:15 am-10:09 am

1 stop4h 54m

$269

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (average of $181). Flying from Iowa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 February 3, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from USIA to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 5h 55m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $307. The distance from Iowa to Washington, D.C. is about 1008 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 ($114), Southwest ($144), and American Airlines ($156).

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

    While some choose either Omaha Eppley Airfield - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Baltimore/Washington, Omaha Eppley Airfield - 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Washington, D.C. (average of $181). Flying from Iowa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$118Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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