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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Iowa

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Des Moines
2h 55mNonstop
from $300per person
Sioux City
6h 10m2 stops
from $354per person
Mason City
Mason City
4h 53m2 stops
from $354per person
Cedar Rapids
2h 36mNonstop
from $469per person
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa recently?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa on KAYAK in the last week:

• Des Moines (DSM) from $300
• Mason City (MCW) from $354
• Sioux City Sioux Gateway (SUX) from $354
• Cedar Rapids (CID) from $469

How do fares into airports in Iowa compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Iowa from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are:

• Mason City (MCW) (avg. price $333)
• Sioux City Sioux Gateway (SUX) (avg. price $466)
• Cedar Rapids (CID) (avg. price $478)

Are flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa are about 6% higher than they were in November last year, averaging $457 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

January is typically the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa, with round-trip fares averaging $396. October and December are usually the most expensive, averaging $566 and $558, respectively.

How do fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa vary by day of the week?

On average, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa and Monday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 27% more expensive to fly on a Monday compared to Wednesday.

What's the best time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

It's cheapest to fly to Iowa at night with average prices of $464. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $508.

What's the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

Book your flights 21 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 43% compared to booking at the last minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Key details for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$116
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Des Moines

Your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    Yes. Fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $425 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa have typically cost between $425 and $574.

  • What are the main airports serving Iowa?

    There are 12 airports in Iowa. 56% of KAYAK users choose Des Moines (DSM) as their arrival airport, while 38% choose Cedar Rapids (CID).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, just one airline regularly flies nonstop from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa: American Airlines.

  • Which destinations in Iowa can I fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to 2 destinations in Iowa: Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    Yes, nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa average $485 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) (avg. price $322)
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) (avg. price $364)
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) (avg. price $389)

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    Nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa take 2h 53m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 2h 36m, flying into Cedar Rapids (CID).

  • Which cabin classes are available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    On flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa you can book Economy Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around Iowa?

    Iowa is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
    • Science Center of Iowa
    • Hy Vee Hall
    • Scottish Rite Consistory Building

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa departs at 10:04 am and the latest leaves at 9:30 pm. Nonstop flights take about 2h 53m.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Iowa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 21 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 43% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in January to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in October will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Wednesday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Monday flights, which are about 27% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Mason City (MCW) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Des Moines, the most popular destination in Iowa. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and Dubuque.
  • Time or money? If speed matters most, fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cedar Rapids (CID). If you're after the lowest fares, Mason City (MCW) is usually your best bet.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Reagan-National to Iowa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Reagan-National to Iowa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4220 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

2.0 MediocreChih Hsuan, Nov 2026
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Terrible, decided to delay our flight since another flight require a flight captain

staff and crew were great but the flight delays for the last few flights are insane. After a long day of work and you will get a notification of flights delay is not the message we want to see. And for some reason it keeps happening often this year.

I love southwest. I can not wait until all the planes convert to the upgraded planes. I love the charging option and the newer seats. Thank you from a very loyal Southwest customer.

It's a shame that SW was previously my preferred carrier until they started imposing all these fees (luggage, seats,etc) and pulling back on other perks. I only flew with them this time due to time frame I needed to be at destination. Wasn't provided gate info during check-in, Gate info wasn't displayed at airport until last minute, gate info didn't match what SW personnel announced at fate. Kind of a mess.

Haven’t flown on SW in years. Flight was on time departing and arriving. Served vegan butter onion flavored pretzels which were bad. Coke served was in a tiny paper cup. Crew was not engaging. Felt like they were going through the motions. Old plane, tight seats and no leg room.

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

Pretty standard flight. We left late, but arrived early. The wifi entertainment is always nice. The free snacks and beverages are simple, but appreciated. I'm tall and the seats are an issue. I can deal with a short flight, but any longer, I have to find another airline where I know beforehand I have extra legroom.

Awesome experience. No in-flight video or meal. Still do not like the boarding process.

Love Southwest! Always a good trip with a happy crew who goes out of their way to be kind and fun.

On time, good crew, easy flight. Just like the old days!

I appreciate how quickly and kindly the people at the gate at DCA accommodated several of us who wanted to switch from the 6pm flight to the 5pm flight at the last minute. The flight crew was helpful to us too (dealing with luggage).

The couple in front of me were constantly talking over the announcement from the captain and this was annoying me.

Flight attendant incredibly rude. Stuck her finger in my drink and didn’t even have the courtesy to apologize.

Over 5 hour delay with minimal updates or ability to standby for alternative flights. During boarding and 1 hr+ wait for takeoff, seats were drenched w water from air conditioning condensation and always leftover crumbs on carpet and seats

After arriving in Chicago, we were taxiing for 1.5 hours with infrequent and untruthful updates about the amount of time it would take to arrive at the gate. Minimally, the team could have provided timing expectations that were more truthful, especially one their original expectations were not met.

Wonderful. Quick boarding. Early departure and we arrived 30 minutes early at our destination. Unfortunately, when you arrive early, there is still a departing aircraft at our gate. We had to park for 30 minutes until the gate was clear. So our early arrival was not really early at the gate. Otherwise it was a quick and smooth flight. Appreciated the efficiency.

Never nice, United Express partners always do an amazing job.

Being stick waiting for gate at ORD cause me to almost miss my connecting flight…being deaf United made no no effort to keep me updated as I couldn’t hear the PA

I was forced to gate check my carry on luggage. Somehow it did not arrive at my destination. I still have yet to receive my bag r days after arrival.

Boarding area is a mess. Lines not bounded and gate area too small. Food options (on this specific flight) were poor and you couldn’t pick part of it since it was like a mash of chicken and other unrecognisable stuff. Comfort of seats along with child noise made it difficult to get a good sleep. Last, the flight attendant that served my aisle was rude (others seemed fine) towards me and others.

I have generally had positive experiences with American Airlines (outside a handful of delayed flights), which is why I wanted to share this feedback constructively. On my recent flight, my travel experience was extremely uncomfortable because my seat mate significantly encroached into my assigned seat space for the duration of the flight. As a result, I was forced to sit partially sideways, with much of my shoulder and upper body extending into the aisle. Unfortunately, my back still hurts from maintaining that awkward position.I recognize that this is a sensitive and challenging issue for airlines and cabin crews to address. Everyone deserves to travel with dignity and respect, and I understand that individual circumstances can vary. However, fairness also requires that all passengers have reasonable access to the seat space they have paid for. When one passenger's use of space substantially impacts another passenger's ability to sit safely and comfortably, there should be a practical solution available.I appreciate the complexities involved, but I hope American Airlines will continue exploring ways to ensure that all passengers can travel comfortably and equitably. This experience detracted significantly from what should have been a routine flight.

Crew tried to accommodate late arrival due to late departure

I injured myself during my trip. The staff of American Airlines were very compassionate and empathic. They took additional steps to make my experience easier. Thank you!!

There was no ground crew at HSV gate when we arrived. The were busy with another arrival. We had to wait 20 mins for them to arrive and direct the plane to the gate. It took almost 45 mins to get my luggage. The luggage belt had 3 flights bags on it and the other 2 luggage belts were not being used. It looked like there was only 1 crew serving .3 arriving flights.

Liked: staff, no delays, Could use some improvement: Food, comfort, cleanliness, lack of chargers on the DCA -> DSM flight

It was close to its perfect the flake could be took off early, landed early, didn’t have to wait for my daughter stroller luggage came out quick, very efficient, very good flight

comfy and spacious seats for premium economy, nice flight attendants. only problem was the wifi did not work, and my entertainment screen was locked in Arabic language and all kids shows with no way of seemingly changing it. but the flight was fine and I arrived with no issues

I blame kayak for my last trip to dca. Kayak cancelled my direct flight and put on a one stop flight and made lost whole day from my vacation and had not even refunded my ticket.

delayed multiple times. no resolution on anything from AA customer service. was put on hold in chat to talk to manager. was 6th in line to talk to manager for more than TWELVE HOURS - from sometime around 9AM until well after I had gone to bed that evening. no explanation, no attempt to make it right. just a five hour delay because of repeated maintenance claims

Was the most uncomfortable I ever had in the air. Felt like I was trapped in the seat legs cramped and was just horrible. The flight to DSM was a lot better. Even being on a smaller plane was better. Staff are outstanding. No complaints about the people.

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