$95 Cheap flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Des Moines Intl. (DCA to DSM)

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The cheapest flights to Des Moines Intl. found within the past 7 days were $192 round trip and $95 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Apr 30 - Wed, May 7
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$192 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $192 found 1 hour ago
Mon, May 5 - Wed, May 7
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$200 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $200 found 1 hour ago
Wed, Apr 30 - Fri, May 2
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$202 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Fri, May 2, priced at $202 found 1 hour ago
Fri, May 2 - Wed, May 7
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$222 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$222
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $222 found 1 day ago
Fri, May 30 - Mon, Jun 2
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$252 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $252 found 6 days ago
Fri, May 2 - Wed, May 7
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$263 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $263 found 1 hour ago
Mon, May 5 - Wed, May 7
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$264 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $264 found 2 days ago
Mon, May 5 - Wed, May 7
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$269 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $269 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 2 - Mon, May 5
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$273 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 5, priced at $273 found 1 hour ago
Mon, Jun 9 - Wed, Jun 11
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$278 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 9 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $278 found 2 days ago

Des Moines Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

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Surety Hotel

Surety Hotel

4 out of 5
per person
May 26 - May 28
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Baltimore (BWI) to Des Moines (DSM)
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
per person
May 26 - May 28
found 15 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Baltimore (BWI) to Des Moines (DSM)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) right now?
For information on any current Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) quarantine requirements and travel advice, go to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Look before you book your flight, so you don’t get caught out en route.
Are there direct flights from DCA to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
If you’re eager to get on with your activities in Des Moines, look into American Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from National Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to DSM, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from National Airport to DSM?
The travel time between National Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) is typically around 4 hours and 49 minutes. Make your journey more enjoyable by downloading a few podcasts on your laptop or phone and enjoying them with your seat reclined.
What is the flight distance from DCA to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
After taking off from DCA, you’ll cover 900 mi before arriving at Des Moines Intl. Airport. That should be enough time to get through several chapters of your novel and maybe even squeeze in a quick power nap.
What airlines fly from DCA to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Eager to fly nonstop from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Des Moines Intl. Airport? No sweat. American Airlines (AA) offers 60 flights every month and is a popular option with many well-traveled wanderers.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?
From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you’re flying with American Airlines, United Airlines or Delta you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Washington to Des Moines

 

Traveling From
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$192

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Des Moines International Airport.


Origin:
DCA - Ronald Reagan National Airport
Destination:
DSM - Des Moines International Airport
Distance:
913.00 miles

Airline carriers and aircraft used on flights from DCA to DSM


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200
United Airlines
Airbus A310 all pax models

Discover our best flights from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM at the right price  

Airfares to Des Moines DSM from Washington DCA currently cost between $192 and $278. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM on Travelocity starting at $95. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Des Moines DSM from Washington DCA quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Des Moines faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to DSM from DCA to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to DSM from DCA. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, April is usually the cheapest month to fly from Washington DCA to Des Moines DSM. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Des Moines DSM from Washington DCA 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to DSM from DCA have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.