DCA to DSM: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is 1,440 km (895 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 2h 20m, heading west. The distance is the same in either direction (DSM to DCA).
How far is it from Washington to Des Moines?
The great-circle distance between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is 1,440 km (895 mi, 778 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from DCA to DSM?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 2h 20m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. DSM is roughly west of DCA.
Airlines flying DCA to DSM
2 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Washington from Des Moines?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are 1,440 km (895 mi, 778 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from DCA to DSM?
A typical nonstop flight between DCA and DSM takes about 2h 20m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is DSM from DCA?
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) lies roughly west of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Which airlines fly DCA to DSM?
2 airlines appear on the DCA-DSM route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, US Airways.
Related routes
Other routes from Washington (DCA):
Other routes from Des Moines (DSM):
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