$159 Cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National (DSM to DCA)

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The cheapest flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National found within the past 7 days were $321 round trip and $159 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$321 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 24 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $321 found 2 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$325 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $325 found 3 days ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$328 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 9 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Thu, Dec 10, priced at $328 found 18 hours ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$331 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$331
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $331 found 3 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$336 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$336
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $336 found 3 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$336 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$336
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $336 found 3 days ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 11
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$340 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 9 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Fri, Dec 11, priced at $340 found 2 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$345 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $345 found 2 days ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 11
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$345 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 9 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Fri, Dec 11, priced at $345 found 2 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
DSM
Des Moines
DCA
Washington
$350 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$350
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Des Moines to Washington, returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $350 found 2 days ago

Ronald Reagan Washington National flight + hotel packages - economy flights

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Hotel Hive

Hotel Hive

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,075, price is now $886 per person
$886
per person
Oct 26 - Oct 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to Baltimore (BWI)
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

5 out of 5
Price was $1,751, price is now $1,321 per person
$1,321
per person
Oct 26 - Oct 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to Baltimore (BWI)
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Price was $1,981, price is now $1,559 per person
$1,559
per person
Oct 26 - Oct 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to Baltimore (BWI)
Eaton DC

Eaton DC

4.5 out of 5
Price was $1,105, price is now $905 per person
$905
per person
Oct 26 - Oct 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to Baltimore (BWI)
Lyle Washington D.C.

Lyle Washington D.C.

4.5 out of 5
Price was $1,124, price is now $923 per person
$923
per person
Oct 26 - Oct 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to Baltimore (BWI)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to National Airport right now?
It's prudent to find out about any travel advice reports and quarantine requirements in place in your destination city. Ensure you visit our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for up-to-date info on flying to National Airport.
Are there direct flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to DCA?
Be a wise wanderer and get your hands on a direct flight from DSM to National Airport with American Airlines. This airline is the smart choice if you're hoping to get to Arlington as speedily as possible.
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 National Airport, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to DCA?
With the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to National Airport taking around 4 hours and 37 minutes, there will be time to get things done in the air. Make the most of the trip by bringing that novel you always wanted to read, checking out what's on the in-flight entertainment or having a decent nap. You may even be able to squeeze in all three before disembarking.
What is the flight distance from DSM to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
After taking off from DSM, you'll cover 900 mi before pulling into DCA. That should give you enough time to get through a couple of chapters of your book and maybe even manage a short power nap.
What airlines fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport to DCA?
With American Airlines, you won't have to put up with long layovers or sitting around waiting for your next flight. This popular airline will take you nonstop from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on one of the 60 flights servicing this route every month.
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, Delta or Southwest Airlines 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 Des Moines to Washington

 

Traveling From
Des Moines Intl.
Traveling To
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$321

Route Info

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


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


Airlines & Aircraft Used on DSM to DCA Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200
American Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200
American Airlines
Airbus A321-100/200
American Airlines
Boeing 737-700 pax
American Airlines
Boeing 737-800 pax
American Airlines
Fokker 100
American Airlines
Fokker 70
United Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200

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