Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Choose from 29 weekly Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flights. The 10:00 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight available. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 20:05.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MSP to DSM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta Air Lines is your gateway to exploring Des Moines (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering MSP to DSM flights, with 77.33% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSP and DSM:
O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is $204. A return plane ticket is currently $317. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from MSP to DSM by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Consider booking a hotel near DSM if you're catching a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Des Moines International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and see more of Des Moines and beyond.
Book your ride from Des Moines International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport to central Des Moines has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Des Moines based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to DSM in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Des Moines has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Milwaukee, about 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum are among its highlights.
