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Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $421-$722
Allegiant Air
Mon 10/1Thu 10/4
IAD - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $272-$512
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/21
IAD - DSM • 2 stops
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 • 11% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $410 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 57m (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

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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11:17 am - 10:21 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 04m1 stop Punta Gorda
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6:40 am - 5:18 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 38m2 stops Philadelphia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:07 pm - 3:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
22h 18m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:58 am - 10:40 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 42m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$345Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:13 pm - 4:52 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
23h 39m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:25 am - 10:17 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 52m2 stops Nashville Intl Orlando
$347Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:16 am - 12:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
25h 59m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl
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10:58 am - 10:40 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 42m1 stop Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$350Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:05 am - 9:42 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:54 pm - 12:42 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Sat, Dec 26 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:15 am - 11:51 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:20 am - 11:56 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 36m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$357Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:15 am - 11:51 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:06 pm - 11:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$357Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
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1:10 pm - 5:48 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:55 pm - 12:58 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$477United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 11
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6:10 am - 10:31 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:55 pm - 12:50 amDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$477United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
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1:17 pm - 7:16 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 1:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$477United 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?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 86% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 93% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $885, a difference of $447. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

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

  • 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 0h 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.

  • 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 $315 to $1,411. 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 $236, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 38m, compared with 4h 57m 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 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 $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Payless
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis

  • 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 $421 to $722, with an average of $474 over the past 12 months. Anything below $421 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $438 - about $447 less than Monday (51% 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 $420 round-trip in that month - typically $492 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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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