On this page, you can find and book flights from Des Moines to Washington, D.C.. The flight distance between the cities is 1,439 km, with a frequency of up to 9 flights per week.
AA operates flights on this route. For a comfortable trip, check out how to get to Des Moines airport and review transfer options from Washington airports, while tracking the latest fares via the low-price calendar.
The table shows direct flights Des Moines → Washington, D.C. on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 29 min. Regular flights are operated by American Airlines. Departures from Des Moines International Airport airports, arrivals at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Des Moines — Washington, D.C. by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 490 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,332 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Des Moines → Washington, D.C., average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 874 | low | May | AED 1,039 | medium | Sep | AED 1,205 | high |
| Feb | AED 850 | low | Jun | AED 1,276 | high | Oct | AED 1,063 | medium |
| Mar | AED 945 | medium | Jul | AED 1,228 | high | Nov | AED 898 | low |
| Apr | AED 921 | low | Aug | AED 1,134 | medium | Dec | AED 1,323 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Washington, D.C. is July, when temperatures reach 31.5°C and rainfall is at its peak. January is considered the coldest time, with lows around -0.8°C.
The most affordable tickets on this route are available in August, with prices starting AED 490. The peak pricing period is in January, when the minimum fare rises to AED 1,220.
October offers an ideal balance between pleasant weather (around 20.7°C) and flight costs starting AED 540. It is recommended to avoid booking in April if you are on a budget, as prices remain high during this period.
One major airline serves the route from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. — American Airlines (AA). There are approximately 9 regular flights per week, including both direct options and connections. Detailed information on flight schedules and available connections can be found in the list below.
Flights Des Moines — Washington, D.C. depart from Des Moines International Airport and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate flight time is about 2–2.5 hours, given the distance of 1,439 km between the cities.
The primary carrier on the route from Des Moines to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines (AA).
At the destination, flights are usually handled by the capital region's main airports, such as Ronald Reagan (DCA) or Dulles (IAD).
Ticket prices change constantly; you can always check the current lowest fares for your preferred dates using the low-price calendar on this page.
To secure the best fares, it is recommended to start searching and booking 4–8 weeks before your planned trip.
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