Cheap flights from Des Moines to Washington
895 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Des Moines to Washington at a glance
Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington (DCA) cover 895 miles (1,440 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a medium-haul domestic route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 3/10.
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Flying from Des Moines to Washington covers 895 miles (1,440 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines fly this route directly, making it the 5th most competitive of 17 routes from Des Moines. This is a medium-haul domestic route typically served by direct flights.
Nonstop distance 895 miles. Direct carriers include AA and US.
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Airlines on this route
2 airlines fly Des Moines → Washington. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| AA | Direct |
| US | Direct |
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Des Moines to Washington — quick answers
How far is Des Moines from Washington by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington (DCA) is 895 miles (1,440 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Washington?
The average nonstop flight time from DSM to DCA is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Des Moines to Washington?
2 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, US. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.