Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIT to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PIT and DSM include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is 158 €. A return ticket is currently 346 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from PIT to DSM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PIT to DSM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Pittsburgh International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.88% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Pittsburgh International Airport from central Pittsburgh, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to PIT? If you've booked an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
Pick up a Des Moines International Airport rental car and discover Des Moines and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Enterprise and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Increase the odds of snagging the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Des Moines International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport to the centre of Des Moines has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Des Moines. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Des Moines International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PIT to DSM sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Milwaukee is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. No trip is complete without a visit to Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
