$80 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 $174 round trip and $80 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sat, May 18 - Mon, May 20
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$174 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 18 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 20, priced at $174 found 8 hours ago
Tue, May 21 - Sat, May 25
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$183 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 21 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sat, May 25, priced at $183 found 6 hours ago
Wed, May 15 - Mon, May 20
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$204 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 15 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 20, priced at $204 found 2 days ago
Wed, May 22 - Thu, Jun 6
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$214 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 22 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Thu, Jun 6, priced at $214 found 6 days ago
Wed, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 16
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$217 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 14 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Fri, Aug 16, priced at $217 found 13 hours ago
Wed, May 29 - Wed, Jun 5
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$226 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 29 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jun 5, priced at $226 found 13 hours ago
Wed, May 22 - Sat, May 25
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$227 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 22 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sat, May 25, priced at $227 found 2 hours ago
Sat, May 18 - Sat, May 25
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$228 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 18 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sat, May 25, priced at $228 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 21 - Wed, Sep 4
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$235 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 21 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, Sep 4, priced at $235 found 5 days ago
Wed, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 19
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$237 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 14 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, Aug 19, priced at $237 found 13 hours ago

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.

 

Traveling From
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
2 hours 44 mins
Earliest Departure Time
10:16AM EDT
Latest Departure Time
8:16PM EDT
Lowest Flight Price
$174

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 $174 and $237. 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 $80. 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 2 hour(s) 44 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, May 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.