Travelling from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from ATL to DSM start at 09:05 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 21:47 with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of 26 weekly Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport flights.
Your ATL to DSM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Delta is your gateway to discovering Des Moines (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Delta.
With a dependable 84.36% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta has the best on-time performance for ATL to DSM flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ATL and DSM include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Nashville Airport
St Louis Airport
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
When it comes to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ATL? If you've booked an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Consider staying in a hotel near DSM if you're on a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Des Moines Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Des Moines and beyond.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Des Moines Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
From Des Moines Airport, Des Moines is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The quietest month for a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Des Moines based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Des Moines Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ATL to DSM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, head for Milwaukee, roughly 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are key reasons to visit.