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Flight deals from Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines

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Des Moines.$444 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $444, select.
Des Moines.$486 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Des Moines.$486 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Des Moines.$486 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Des Moines.$494 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Thu, 29 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $494, select.
Des Moines.$496 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $496, select.
Des Moines.$500 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.
Des Moines.$529 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $529, select.

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Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines: Alternative routes

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Washington D.C. to Des Moines: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$444
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines is $444. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines. But we found flights with one or more stops from $444.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Des Moines is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Des Moines Airport on Saturday, 28 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Baltimore Washington International Airport and Des Moines Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • To ensure you catch your BWI to DSM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BWI and DSM:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • $165 is the best price for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. Return flights start at $444. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BWI to DSM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BWI to DSM by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport.

Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Of the departures from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To get to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BWI:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Des Moines. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Des Moines. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Des Moines International Airport for July if you want to explore Des Moines during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BWI to DSM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Milwaukee is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. No journey is complete without dropping by Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

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