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Cheap Flights from Washington to Des Moines & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
WAS
Destination airport IATA code
DSM
Number of flight options
1
Average flight time
1 hour 55 mins

Des Moines DSM Flight Information

Traveling From
Washington
Origin Airport IATA Code
WAS
Traveling To
Des Moines
Destination Airport IATA Code
DSM
Number of Airlines Serving
2
Available Airlines
Distance
1439 km
Direct Flight Time
2 51
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Washington and Des Moines?
A direct flight from Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to DSM means extra time for thrills and adventure once you’ve reached your destination. You’ll find 1 airlines operating on this route nonstop, including American Airlines, which is one of the best.
How long is a direct flight from Washington to Des Moines?
Nonstop flights are available between Washington and Des Moines and take around 2 hours and 38 minutes. However, the trip of 890 miles could zip by much faster depending on factors like the wind direction and weather.
What are the best airports for Washington to Des Moines flights?
The routes with the most services between Washington and Des Moines are:

  • National Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 238 flights per week
  • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall) to DSM - 210 flights per week
  • Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 199 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Washington to Des Moines?
Have peace of mind knowing you’re on your way to Des Moines with a reliable airline. You’ll find a range of carriers that fly there from Washington, however these are some of the best to book with:

  • Delta with 929 flights every month.
  • United Airlines with 903 flights every month.
  • American Airlines with 803 flights every month.
  • Southwest Airlines with 143 flights every month.
  • Frontier Airlines with 26 flights every month.
  • Allegiant Air with 4 flights every month.

How many flights are there from Washington to Des Moines?
Arranging a trip from Washington to Des Moines is simple. With 34 daily flights to choose from, you can embark on your dream holiday whenever you like.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Washington to Des Moines, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Washington to Des Moines is . In the current list of deals available, prices start at and can rise to for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Washington to Des Moines  

Every day between Washington and Des Moines, 3 flights from 2 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 2hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 1439 km between null and null, let us know! 

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We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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Place to stay after flight from Washington to Des Moines

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,103 reviews)
"Staff was great and our room was nice and clean. The property could use a few updates but overall very nice. We loved the cabin feel. The pool was nice but there were dirty towels and some trash that needed to be picked up. The breakfast was decent. We will definitely be going again!"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Surety Hotel

Surety Hotel

4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (627 reviews)
Nice space
"Nice bathroom and toiletries, cool space, comfy bed. Street parking was fine and saved me money."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2024

Surety Hotel
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (676 reviews)
"Staff was AMAZING in ALL areas: Room was clean and nice. The hotel was beautiful!"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2024

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,106 reviews)
Nice experience
"Nice staff. Ram Ram!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2024

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

2.5 out of 5
1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,329 reviews)
"This property is really nice. It's close to attractions, only a 5-minute drive to most. The room was clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2024

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place but needs a good cleaning"

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2024

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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