Washington (DCA) to Des Moines (DSM) flights
Nonstop from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Des Moines International Airport: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
1,440km
895 mi, great circle
Flying time
2h 34m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
2.1
average, November 2026
Airlines
1
passenger airlines
Airlines flying DCA to DSM
Route map
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Washington to Des Moines?
About 2h 34m gate to gate for the 1,440 km (895 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from DCA to DSM?
American Airlines, with about 2.1 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).