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DSMDCASat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$188Delta Air Lines
Fastest2h 38mgate to gate
Options found130flights on this route
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Washington - Philadelphia
432 Pennsylvania Avenue, 19034
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$240per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 4 Star
United Airlines
UA-2668
08:00
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
23H :54 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 20h 23m Chicago (ORD), United States
08:54
2026-10-04
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDSM to DCA - 23H :54 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-2668
08:00
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
24H :59 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 21h 24m Chicago (ORD), United States
09:59
2026-10-04
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDSM to DCA - 24H :59 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-2668
08:00
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
26H :01 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 22h 24m Chicago (ORD), United States
11:01
2026-10-04
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDSM to DCA - 26H :01 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-2668
08:00
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
27H :08 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 23h 24m Chicago (ORD), United States
12:08
2026-10-04
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDSM to DCA - 27H :08 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$188Delta Air Lines05:45
Earliest departure$188Delta Air Lines05:45
Shortest duration$488American Airlines07:00
Night
00:00-05:59
$188Delta Air Lines at 05:45Morning
06:00-11:59
$188Delta Air Lines at 10:25Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$188Delta Air Lines at 12:25Evening
18:00-23:59
$468United Airlines at 18:55
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Des Moines (DSM)
Des Moines
United States
GMT -6
Latitude: 41.534000396728516
Longitude: -93.66310119628906
Washington Dc (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National
United States
GMT -5
Latitude: 38.8521
Longitude: -77.037697
Distance: Des Moines (DSM), United States to Washington Dc (DCA), United States - 1,440.86 km
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How to travel Des Moines to Washington Dc
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Connecting flight₹17,968Longer — includes a stop128 options
Air distance is about 1,441 km. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Des Moines to Washington Dc
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UN
United Airlines Flights
from $46863 flights
Fares from
$468
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
63 — compare timings in the list above
AM
American Airlines Flights
from $47854 flights
Fares from
$478
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
54 — compare timings in the list above
DE
Delta Air Lines Flights
from $18813 flights
Fares from
$188
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
13 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
2h 38m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
05:45 · Delta Air Lines
Last departure of the day
19:58 · American Airlines
Options in this snapshot
130
Direct / non-stop options
2
Airport codes
Des Moines–DSM, Washington Dc–DCA
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 130 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 2 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 05:45 and the last around 19:58. The fastest flight takes about 2h 38m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Night from $188, Morning from $188, Afternoon from $188, Evening from $468. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Des Moines to Washington Dc flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Des Moines to Washington Dc, Saturday shows the lowest fare at $188. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Des Moines from Washington Dc by air?
The direct air distance between Des Moines (DSM) and Washington Dc (DCA) is about 1,441 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from DSM to DCA?
Yes. 2 non-stop flights are showing on Des Moines to Washington Dc for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Des Moines to Washington Dc?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Washington Dc?
The quickest non-stop Des Moines to Washington Dc flight currently loaded takes about 2h 38m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 2h 38m to 5h 23m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the cheapest Des Moines to Washington Dc flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Des Moines to Washington Dc for the dates currently loaded is $188. Fares on the same dates run up to $598, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Des Moines to Washington Dc flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 05:45 and the last is around 19:58, local time at Des Moines. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,440.86 km.
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Lowest Des Moines to Washington Dc airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
$188
03/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
05:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$184
12/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
05:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$179
11/12/2026
Delta Air Lines
05:45
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Des Moines to Washington Dc Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Des Moines and Washington Dc is approximately 1,441 KM. The flight duration ranges from 2H :38 M up to 27H :49 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Des Moines to Washington Dc Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 130 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Des Moines at 05:45, while the last night flight leaves at 19:58. Flights depart from Des Moines and land at Ronald Reagan National.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Des Moines to Washington Dc
Aerial Distance
1,441 KM
Flight Duration
2H :38 M - 27H :49 M
Airport Codes
Des Moines - DSM, Washington Dc - DCA
Total Flights Available
130 flights (2 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:45
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:58
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
25 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
38 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
36 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
31 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
DSM: Des Moines airport. Des Moines airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
DCA: Washington DC airport. Washington DC airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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