Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Each week, there are 20 Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your PHX to DSM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport, so jetting to Des Moines (and then visiting more of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for PHX to DSM flights, with 82.45% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PHX and DSM:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Right now, 72 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 113 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PHX to DSM if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PHX to DSM.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of PHX.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to PHX:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
Explore without limits with a Des Moines Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and venture far and wide through Des Moines and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Des Moines Airport several weeks before your trip to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Des Moines in March.
When reserving your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Des Moines Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PHX 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 explored after you've experienced Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Milwaukee, about 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are key highlights.
