Flying from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): What you need to know
Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours ahead of Sacramento.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Sacramento to DSM.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a short drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SMF arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early by booking a night near Stockton Metropolitan Airport before your Sacramento to DSM flight. Top stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
59% of all departures from Stockton Metropolitan Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
If you have a late flight from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near DSM:
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
Des Moines International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
$249 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport. Return flights start at $447. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Sacramento to DSM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Des Moines. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Sacramento to DSM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Des Moines
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Des Moines right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Des Moines International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Des Moines.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Des Moines. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, consider Omaha, roughly 193 kilometres west of Des Moines. Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre are among the biggest draws.
