$160 Cheap flights from Washington Dulles Intl. to Des Moines Intl. (IAD to DSM)

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Affordable Airfare Tickets from IAD to DSM Airport

The cheapest flights to Des Moines Intl. found within the past 7 days were $321 round trip and $160 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$321 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $321 found 17 hours ago
Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$353 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $353 found 6 days ago
Tue, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 6
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$373 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$373
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $373 found 6 days ago
Tue, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 15
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$378 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $378 found 1 day ago
Wed, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 3
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$381 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$381
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sat, Jan 3, priced at $381 found 3 days ago
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 8
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$389 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$389
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $389 found 9 hours ago
Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 8
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$389 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$389
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $389 found 6 days ago
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$391 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $391 found 9 hours ago
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$392 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$392
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $392 found 17 hours ago
Tue, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 5
IAD
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$394 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$394
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $394 found 6 days ago

Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) right now?
Ensure you check out the Covid-19 Travel Advisor to learn if there are any current quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in place in Des Moines Intl. Airport when flying in from Dulles Intl. Airport.
Are there direct flights from IAD to DSM?
United Airlines, Delta and Air New Zealand will fly you to Des Moines from Sterling with just one stopover. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights between Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and Des Moines Intl. Airport as yet.
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 Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM), please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from IAD to DSM?
Flights between Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and Des Moines Intl. Airport take about 4 hours and 45 minutes in total. Make the most of your time in the air by resting, reading, watching a film or doing all three.
What is the flight distance from Dulles Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
With a flight distance of only 870 mi, a magazine or two or a few episodes of your favorite TV show is all you'll need to keep yourself entertained on the trip between Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and DSM. You'll be walking off the aircraft and diving straight into your exciting travel itinerary in no time.
What airlines fly from IAD to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Currently, no airlines offer a direct flight between Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) and Des Moines Intl. Airport. Save time and avoid tedious stopovers by researching the quickest routes in advance.
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
Washington Dulles Intl.
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$321

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.


Origin:
IAD - Washington Dulles International Airport
Destination:
DSM - Des Moines International Airport
Distance:
889.00 miles

Airline carriers and aircraft used on flights from IAD to DSM


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
United Airlines
Airbus A310 all pax models

Discover our best flights from Washington IAD 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 IAD to Des Moines DSM at the right price  

Airfares to Des Moines DSM from Washington IAD currently cost between $321 and $394. 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 IAD 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 IAD to Des Moines DSM on Travelocity starting at $160. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Des Moines DSM from Washington IAD 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 IAD to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Washington IAD 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 IAD. 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 IAD to Des Moines DSM today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, November is usually the cheapest month to fly from Washington IAD 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 IAD 

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 IAD 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.