Direct flights from Washington Reagan National to Des Moines
13 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from DCA to DSM.
Flight time: about 2h10m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Washington Reagan National local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| American JIA5432 | 12:23a | 2h13m | Sat |
| American RPA4435 | 12:14p | 2h4m | Tue–Fri |
| American RPA4435 | 12:35p | 1h42m | Mon |
| American RPA4435 | 12:59p | 1h38m | Sun |
| American JIA5432 | 2:11p | 2h10m | Sat |
| American JIA5432 | 10:14p | 2h15m | Tue, Sun |
| American JIA5432 | 10:21p | 2h10m | Mon, Wed, Thu |
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Nonstop from Washington Reagan National (DCA) to Des Moines (DSM)
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has 13 nonstop flights a week to Des Moines (DSM), operated by American. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of DCA and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Washington Reagan National to Des Moines?
The nonstop flight from Washington Reagan National (DCA) to Des Moines (DSM) takes about 2h10m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Washington Reagan National to Des Moines?
Driving from Washington Reagan National to Des Moines takes about 15h 22m behind the wheel — roughly 1,016 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 2h10m.