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Cheapest round-trip
$401
Typical prices: $436-$838
Allegiant Air
Fri 11/23Fri 11/30
IAD - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$96
Typical prices: $246-$512
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/9
IAD - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $442 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Des Moines (IAD-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Des Moines

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:09 pm - 12:36 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
24h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:17 pm - 9:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$357Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
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10:47 pm - 7:33 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
21h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
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6:17 pm - 9:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$385Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:46 pm - 2:27 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
19h 41m1 stop Punta Gorda
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6:17 pm - 9:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$401Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
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10:59 pm - 11:01 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
25h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
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6:45 pm - 10:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$401Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Sat, Jan 2
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5:29 pm - 8:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 am - 11:56 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 41m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$457Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Tue, Jan 19
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4:57 pm - 10:38 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:00 pm - 11:33 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 33m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$457Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 10:49 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:41 am - 2:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$477Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29
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6:10 am - 10:46 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 11:54 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$483United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Tue, Jan 19
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5:20 pm - 11:17 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 11:42 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$492United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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3:37 pm - 9:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 12:30 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$497United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 78% higher.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$96
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 871 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines range from $436 to $838, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $401 to $1,759. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $219, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $449 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $885, a difference of $436.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 4h 58m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $449, about $436 less than Monday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines trip for November. Fares historically average $436 round-trip in that month - typically $476 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport
    • Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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