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Cheap Flights from DCA to DSM starting at $95 One Way, $224 Round Trip

Prices starting at $224 for return flights and $95 for one-way flights to Des Moines Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hotel Ideas near Des Moines Intl.

Airport Hotels near Des Moines Intl.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$76 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,782 reviews)
I took shuttle to and from airport and had to leave for an early flight before breakfast The hotel showed signs of a bit or wear and tear. The room was, clean, and comfortable and the desk clerk was extremely helpful. She arranged 4 am shuttle pick up and I was, per my request given an accessible ...

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
$121 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$136 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Staff was friendly. Parking was very safe. We left before breakfast so didn't get to partake in that.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$70 nightly
The price is $78 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$78 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
I had a flight and didn’t wanna drive 3 hrs to catch it. This was a quick, quiet stay.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Des Moines

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
$144 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$161 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,129 reviews)
My favorite place to stay in Des Moines! Rooms are always soo clean, the service is top notch, the restaurant is delicious and so close to many restaurants and cocktail bars. It’s truly the best!

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3 out of 5
2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA
$98 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$109 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,024 reviews)
The room was exceptional! Very clean, comfortable, and well appointed! Highly recommend a stay!

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$105 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,250 reviews)
What a wonderful surprise. When you're traveling. You never really know what to expect. I can tell you this place far surpasses anything we ever imagined. We will definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Wildwood Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Des Moines Hotels With Airport Transportation

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$76 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,782 reviews)
I took shuttle to and from airport and had to leave for an early flight before breakfast The hotel showed signs of a bit or wear and tear. The room was, clean, and comfortable and the desk clerk was extremely helpful. She arranged 4 am shuttle pick up and I was, per my request given an accessible ...

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$71 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Breakfast would be better with bacon.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
$121 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$136 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Staff was friendly. Parking was very safe. We left before breakfast so didn't get to partake in that.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Des Moines Hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
$48 nightly
The price is $53 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$53 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (814 reviews)
While the bedsheets were washed, they had stains all over them. The towels and washcloths had hairs of various kind (yes, that kind specifically), and the TV remote had some dried sauce of some sort on it. Absolutely disgusting and very disappointing considering the high reviews this place has. The ...

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$67 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
$75 total
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (654 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Cozy Rest Motel
Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

2 out of 5
1258 8th St West Des Moines IA
$62 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$69 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (49 reviews)
Staff was so nice. Room was really clean and comfortable. Will stay again if in the area.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$105 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,250 reviews)
What a wonderful surprise. When you're traveling. You never really know what to expect. I can tell you this place far surpasses anything we ever imagined. We will definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Wildwood Lodge
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
$81 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$90 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.6/10 (790 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...
The children's pool was broken, tge hot tub was broken, the regular pool was filthy and had too much chlorine. Everywhere we waled had trash of some sort. Our room had a broken bathroom door that would close all the way, there was filth in every corner, one cutain was just hanging by one hook, the ...

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$104 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,173 reviews)

Families like: Game room, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
Hotel was very nice. Located in a quiet area. Staff was so friendly and breakfast was very good. Room was clean and very good. Definitely a bit of a hidden gem!

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DCA to DSM Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York
DSM Address & GPS
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA Code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time Zone:
America/Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from National Airport to DSM?
The terrific news is American Airlines offers nonstop flights from Washington to Des Moines, so you won't have to worry about hopping off the plane until you arrive at Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM).
What is the shortest flight from DCA to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Jetting from National Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) takes at least 4 hours and 53 minutes. Enjoy a beverage and get stuck into that book — it's the perfect opportunity to sit back and unwind.
How many hours flight from DCA to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
There's no reason not to book a Des Moines getaway when the plane ride from DCA to DSM is a mere 5 hours on average. Go on and lock in your seat — it's high time you had a break.
What airlines have the most flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to DSM?
Ready to hit the "book" button on your Washington to Des Moines airfare? Make American Airlines your number one pick. With 82 flights every month to pick from on this route, they have the ticket to your next thrilling adventure.

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