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DCADSMSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$188Delta Air Lines
Fastest2h 42mgate to gate
Options found105flights on this route
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Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$604
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 9H :47 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-522
08:40
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
11H :41 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 7h 35m Chicago (ORD), United States
19:21
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 11H :41 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$604
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 11H :41 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-522
08:40
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
16H :24 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 12h 20m Chicago (ORD), United States
00:04
2026-10-04
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 16H :24 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$604
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 16H :24 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-522
08:40
2026-10-03
WASHINGTON DC (DCA)Ronald Reagan National
24H :59 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 20h 49m Chicago (ORD), United States
08:39
2026-10-04
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$468
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 24H :59 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$604
Flight DetailsDCA to DSM - 24H :59 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 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 Lines06:00
Earliest departure$732American Airlines05:00
Shortest duration$488American Airlines13:59
Night
00:00-05:59
$732American Airlines at 05:00Morning
06:00-11:59
$188Delta Air Lines at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$188Delta Air Lines at 12:32Evening
18:00-23:59
$188Delta Air Lines at 18:32
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Washington Dc (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National
United States
GMT -5
Latitude: 38.8521
Longitude: -77.037697
Des Moines (DSM)
Des Moines
United States
GMT -6
Latitude: 41.534000396728516
Longitude: -93.66310119628906
Distance: Washington Dc (DCA), United States to Des Moines (DSM), United States - 1,440.86 km
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How to travel Washington Dc to Des Moines
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Connecting flight₹17,968Longer — includes a stop104 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 Washington Dc to Des Moines
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AM
American Airlines Flights
from $46852 flights
Fares from
$468
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
52 — compare timings in the list above
UN
United Airlines Flights
from $46841 flights
Fares from
$468
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
41 — compare timings in the list above
DE
Delta Air Lines Flights
from $18812 flights
Fares from
$188
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
12 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
2h 42m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
05:00 · American Airlines
Last departure of the day
22:14 · American Airlines
Options in this snapshot
105
Direct / non-stop options
1
Airport codes
Washington Dc–DCA, Des Moines–DSM
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 105 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 1 non-stop option. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 05:00 and the last around 22:14. The fastest flight takes about 2h 42m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from $188, Afternoon from $188, Evening from $188, Night from $732. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Washington Dc to Des Moines 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 Washington Dc to Des Moines, 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 Washington Dc from Des Moines by air?
The direct air distance between Washington Dc (DCA) and Des Moines (DSM) 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 DCA to DSM?
Yes. 1 non-stop flight is showing on Washington Dc to Des Moines for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Washington Dc to Des Moines?
American Airlines, United 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 Washington Dc to Des Moines?
The quickest non-stop Washington Dc to Des Moines flight currently loaded takes about 2h 42m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the cheapest Washington Dc to Des Moines flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Washington Dc to Des Moines for the dates currently loaded is $188. Fares on the same dates run up to $774, 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 Washington Dc to Des Moines flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 05:00 and the last is around 22:14, local time at Washington Dc. 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 Washington Dc to Des Moines 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
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$184
12/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$179
11/12/2026
Delta Air Lines
06:00
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Washington Dc to Des Moines Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Washington Dc and Des Moines is approximately 1,441 KM. The flight duration ranges from 2H :42 M up to 27H :09 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Washington Dc to Des Moines Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 105 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Washington Dc at 05:00, while the last night flight leaves at 22:14. Flights depart from Ronald Reagan National and land at Des Moines.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Washington Dc to Des Moines
Aerial Distance
1,441 KM
Flight Duration
2H :42 M - 27H :09 M
Airport Codes
Washington Dc - DCA, Des Moines - DSM
Total Flights Available
105 flights (1 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 22:14
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
24 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
32 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
21 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
25 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
3 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
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.
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.
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