Direct flights from Des Moines to Washington
1 nonstop flight a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from DSM to IAD.
Flight time: about 2h6m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Des Moines local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Airways RPA3304 | 6:27p | 2h6m | Thu |
The route
One hop: DSM → IADDrag to pan · scroll with ⌘/Ctrl to zoom · arrow keys when focused
Nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington (IAD)
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) has 1 nonstop flight a week to Washington (IAD), operated by Republic Airways. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of DSM and you're there.
This route flies on Thursday — check the schedule grid above before you pick a travel day. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Washington?
The nonstop flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Washington (IAD) takes about 2h6m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Washington?
Driving from Des Moines to Washington takes about 15h 13m behind the wheel — roughly 1,010 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 2h6m.