Travelling from Sarasota Airport (SRQ) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SRQ to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Des Moines (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with Allegiant Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Allegiant Air is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier that offers SRQ to DSM flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SRQ and DSM include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nashville Airport
St Louis Airport
Handy information about Sarasota Airport (SRQ)
The address for SRQ is 6000 Airport Circle.
Sarasota Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SRQ touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Sarasota Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sarasota. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SRQ. Whether you have an early flight from Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Consider booking a hotel close to DSM if you're on a late Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Des Moines Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Des Moines and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Des Moines Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines Airport to the centre of Des Moines has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Des Moines in March.
When booking your flight from Sarasota Airport to Des Moines Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SRQ to DSM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Des Moines is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, a visit to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Milwaukee is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. No journey is complete without a visit to Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
