Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines

FAQ

• What are the cheapest flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines (WAS-DSM)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Delta Air Lines offers one-way fares as low as £76 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. IAD to DSM on Sat, Nov 1), while Delta Air Lines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £162 departing on Thu, Sep 25 and returning on Tue, Sep 30.

• How long is the flight from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Des Moines (DSM)?

  It takes about 2 hours 50 minutes to fly from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Des Moines (DSM).

• When is the best time to book flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Washington D.C. to Des Moines is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines?

  To find best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Des Moines, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Nov 1, with one-way flights priced at just £76.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is American Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Des Moines travel is around March.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Des Moines (DSM) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines is May, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Des Moines on September 20, 2025 with Delta Air Lines, with prices starting at £169.

• Is there any time difference between Washington D.C. and Des Moines?

  The time difference between Des Moines and Washington D.C. is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Washington D.C. to Des Moines?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.