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WAS — DSM
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
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Flights to Des Moines in 2024

Find the latest flights to Des Moines in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 905,048 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£562

Return from

£510

One-way from

£347
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From London to Des Moines
One-way flight from London to Des Moines (DSM)

Average price of flights to Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Des Moines is currently £0 while a return flight costs £0. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Des Moines (average of £655). Flying to Des Moines in July will prove the most costly (average of £846). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£566

February

£560

March

£514

April

£595

May

£599

June

£617

July

£664

August

£575

September

£551

October

£558

November

£530

December

£537

Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

-5 - 25 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights to Des Moines is 45 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Des Moines should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Finnair, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways to Des Moines to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

7.8
Good
1,720 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

7.8
Good
1,376 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

7.7
Good
762 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

7.5
Good
3,066 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,551 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience other than a short delay.

The state capital of Iowa, Des Moines is a charming city with exceptional food, a huge array of historic buildings, great shopping and outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy.

The historical side to the city will occupy many days of sightseeing. From the ornately designed Capitol building, to the beauty of Salisbury House and the fascinating exhibits of the State Historical Society Museum, visitors can easily learn about how the city came to be.

There are plenty of other cultural attractions as well. Wander around the Science Centre of Iowa, with its planetarium and interactive child-friendly exhibits, or take in the superb collection of 20th century masterpieces at the Des Moines Art Centre – featuring world-famous artists like Hopper, O’Keefe and Johns. June also sees the city stage a fantastic Arts Festival, with a programme of open air performances.

Food is a big part of the town’s appeal. That may be because Des Moines is at the heart of one of the world’s great farming regions. Visit in July to sample every local delicacy at Taste of Des Moines or dine at eateries serving everything from tacos to hefty burgers.

There are family-friendly attractions as well, such as Adventureland, with its massive swimming pool and vast array of slides, as well as Gray’s Lake where families can race pedalos and canoes.

More serious water sports are catered for at sites like Saylorville Lake, which offers exceptional fishing. Other sports can be enjoyed at Sleepy Hollow Park with different seasonal options to experience such as snowboarding and beach volleyball.

Des Moines is also a jumping off point to visit Iowa’s most beautiful sights, such as the rolling Loess Hills and the eerie Maquoketa Caves. But with so much to do, you may never want to leave the city.

[h2]When is the best time to visit Des Moines (US, IA)?[/h2]

If you are seeking a cultural holiday, then there is really no bad time to go to Des Moines. For outdoor activities, summer is the best time to visit (between June and September), although there are snow-based activities available as well. A trip in June may balance lower prices with outdoor festivals and good conditions for hiking and boating.

Getting around Des Moines

Renting a car provides great flexibility (but beware of icy conditions during the winter). The city is known to be quite cycle-friendly as well, and the bus network will let you take your bikes on board, making it possible to access most parts of town without a rental car. Taxis are always available to book, but don’t rely on being able to hail them.

Des Moines airport overview

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is a relatively small airport in Iowa. It is conveniently located just 5km (3 miles) from central Des Moines, and generally handles less than two million passengers per year.

In 2010, Des Moines International Airport’s terminal got a great revamp, which included new carpeting in the terminal and a number of other facility upgrades. The airport has a great array of shopping facilities, ranging from small-change vending machines to larger and more expensive options.

Passengers can book flights to Des Moines International Airport from destinations across the United States, including Chicago, Denver and Las Vegas. A number of airlines operate flights to Des Moines International Airport, particularly low-cost options such as ExpressJet Airlines and AirTran Airways.

Passengers who prefer smaller airports will enjoy Des Moines International Airport – as it has facilities of equal quality to those of larger airports, but not the crowds of people and the long queues generally associated with busier airports.

  • When is the best time to fly to Des Moines?

    If you are seeking a cultural holiday, then there is really no bad time to go to Des Moines. For outdoor activities, summer is the best time to visit (between June and September), although there are snow-based activities available as well. A trip in June may balance lower prices with outdoor festivals and good conditions for hiking and boating.

  • What does DSM mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM). Codes like DSM are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines?

    For a flight to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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