Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $70

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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — WAS
Jun 15 — Jun 221

The best prices from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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June

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Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$174
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 42% potential price drop
From Des Moines to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Washington, D.C..

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

To save on the cost of your flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C., book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 215% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $411 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $681.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines. Users have commonly found prices around $409 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $168. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to WAS?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Cheap Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 6/179:16 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Sat 6/227:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$120
Sun 6/167:32 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$130
Mon 7/19:16 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Sat 8/37:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$160
Wed 6/199:19 amDSM - DCA
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Sun 6/237:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$166
Thu 6/136:57 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$167
Thu 6/136:57 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$168
Thu 7/42:31 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Sat 8/37:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$185
Wed 6/269:19 amDSM - DCA
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Mon 7/112:59 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$187
Thu 6/202:24 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Mon 6/247:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$188

Des Moines to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 6/179:16 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Sat 6/227:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$120
Sun 6/167:32 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$130
Mon 7/19:16 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Sat 8/37:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$160
Thu 8/12:25 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Sat 8/3112:59 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$165
Wed 6/199:19 amDSM - DCA
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Sun 6/237:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$166
Thu 6/136:57 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$167
Sat 8/32:20 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Sat 8/106:59 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop19h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$168
Thu 6/136:57 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$168
Thu 7/42:31 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Sat 8/37:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$185

Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Mon 6/179:16 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Sat 6/227:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$120
Sun 6/167:32 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Sat 6/228:15 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$130
Wed 6/199:19 amDSM - DCA
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Sun 6/237:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$166
Thu 6/202:24 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Mon 6/247:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$188
Sun 6/167:32 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Thu 6/201:39 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$202
Thu 6/132:24 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Tue 6/257:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop26h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$208
Thu 6/202:24 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Mon 6/247:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$220
Fri 6/143:27 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop19h 38mFrontier
Wed 6/196:59 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop19h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$228
Thu 6/132:24 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Thu 6/207:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$248

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.. For those needing a return trip from Des Moines, there is a search form available above.
Fri 6/143:27 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop19h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/7$70
Mon 6/179:16 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$73
Thu 7/252:25 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$77
Tue 7/306:44 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$78
Thu 6/136:57 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$103
Sat 7/272:20 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$113
Mon 8/199:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 37mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$122
Mon 8/199:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop13h 37mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$123
Mon 7/221:18 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/8$127

Find flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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Des MoinesBaltimore/Washington

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Sun 6/16

1 stop11h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/22

1 stop23h 17m

$130

Des MoinesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

1 stop13h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/3

1 stop7h 20m

$160

Des MoinesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Thu 8/1

1 stop6h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/31

1 stop8h 16m

$165

Des MoinesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Wed 6/19

1 stop11h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/23

1 stop7h 33m

$166

Des MoinesBaltimore/Washington

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Thu 6/13

1 stop11h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/22

1 stop23h 17m

$167

Des MoinesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Thu 9/5

Nonstop2h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/7

Nonstop2h 37m

$231

Des MoinesBaltimore/Washington

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

1 stop6h 11m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/10

1 stop5h 21m

$258

Des MoinesBaltimore/Washington

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Thu 9/5

2 stops24h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/7

2 stops20h 11m

$292

Des MoinesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Fri 9/6

1 stop5h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/8

1 stop7h 27m

$324

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

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WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

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 June 10, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.5
Good
2,847 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

6.2
Okay
3,969 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

    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, D.C.. 5 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $130, but on average you can expect to pay $192.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 17 direct flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is less than $491.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $130. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $231 round trip. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($70), American Airlines ($133), and Delta ($159).

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

  • What does DSM to IAD mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). Codes like Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. (average of $278). Flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$111Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$162Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$245Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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Hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.

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