Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Phoenix is two hours behind Des Moines and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
You can choose from three weekly Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Allegiant Air is the earliest you can take. Allegiant Air operates the last service of the day at 20:42.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your DSM to AZA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Phoenix — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Allegiant Air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 66.67% of its services landing as planned, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier operating DSM to AZA flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DSM and AZA include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Portland International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
47 € is the lowest price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport flight. Return flights start at 112 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from DSM to AZA, book your trip eight months before your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.45% of flights that depart DSM arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Consider booking a hotel near AZA if you're catching a late Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car and discover Phoenix and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Alamo and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to central Phoenix
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
December is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Phoenix in April.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport for July if you'd like to go to Phoenix during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to AZA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Phoenix, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres west to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Las Vegas is another standout destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without dropping by Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.