Des MoinesWashingtonDirect FlightsDSM–DCA
Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) to Washington (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport).
Flight time from DSM to DCA is estimated at about 2h 26m, based on the 895-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 1-2/day across 1 captured airline, with American Airlines appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 06:26 to 15:24 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Captured freq. | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~2h 26m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 895 mi | 1-2/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Captured airlines for DSM to DCA
Our current provider sample includes 1-2/day from DSM to DCA across 1 captured airline.
- First departure
- 06:26
- Last departure
- 15:24
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Captured departures/day
- 5
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 1-2/day | Bombardier CRJ | 06:2606:3014:34 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
DCA to DSM flights — 1-2/day on 1 airline →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for DSM to DCA, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 11 scheduled departures across 6 observed days; flight time is estimated from great-circle distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average. Provider coverage can miss operators on some routes, so confirm live timetables before booking.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from DSM to DCA?
The DSM to DCA flight time is estimated at about 2h 26m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is DSM from DCA?
DSM to DCA is about 895 miles by air.
Which airlines fly from DSM to DCA?
Our current provider sample for DSM to DCA includes American Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from DSM to DCA?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for DSM to DCA include Bombardier CRJ.