Popular in | August |
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Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $368 |
Round-trip from | $87 |
One-way from | $54 |
Fly from
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$87 - $228
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Price
NewarkDes Moines
EWR - DSM
EWRDSM
Newark
Fri 9/13
Nonstop2h 55m
Des Moines
Fri 9/20
Nonstop2h 35m
NewarkDes Moines
EWR - DSM
EWRDSM
Newark
Fri 9/6
Nonstop2h 55m
Des Moines
Fri 9/13
Nonstop2h 35m
NewarkDes Moines
EWR - DSM
EWRDSM
Newark
Mon 10/7
Nonstop2h 55m
Des Moines
Mon 10/14
Nonstop2h 35m
NewarkDes Moines
EWR - DSM
EWRDSM
Newark
Fri 9/20
Nonstop2h 55m
Des Moines
Fri 9/27
Nonstop2h 35m
New York LaGuardiaDes Moines
LGA - DSM
LGADSM
New York LaGuardia
Thu 9/5
1 stop20h 47m
Des Moines
Sun 9/8
1 stop25h 36m
New York LaGuardiaDes Moines
LGA - DSM
LGADSM
New York LaGuardia
Fri 8/23
Nonstop3h 06m
Des Moines
Mon 8/26
Nonstop2h 47m
NewarkDes Moines
EWR - DSM
EWRDSM
Newark
Fri 9/6
Nonstop2h 55m
Des Moines
Fri 9/13
1 stop9h 35m
New York LaGuardiaDes Moines
LGA - DSM
LGADSM
New York LaGuardia
Mon 8/19
Nonstop3h 02m
Des Moines
Mon 8/26
Nonstop2h 40m
NewarkDes Moines
EWR - DSM
EWRDSM
Newark
Tue 8/20
1 stop5h 33m
Des Moines
Wed 8/21
1 stop4h 59m
DSM Temperature | 23 - 77 °F |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).
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A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.
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A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.
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A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.
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Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
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A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.
Food
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Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Overall
Reviews
A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.
The state capital of Iowa, Des Moines is a charming city with exceptional food, a huge array of historic buildings, great shopping and outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy.
The historical side to the city will occupy many days of sightseeing. From the ornately designed Capitol building, to the beauty of Salisbury House and the fascinating exhibits of the State Historical Society Museum, visitors can easily learn about how the city came to be.
There are plenty of other cultural attractions as well. Wander around the Science Centre of Iowa, with its planetarium and interactive child-friendly exhibits, or take in the superb collection of 20th century masterpieces at the Des Moines Art Centre – featuring world-famous artists like Hopper, O’Keefe and Johns. June also sees the city stage a fantastic Arts Festival, with a programme of open air performances.
Food is a big part of the town’s appeal. That may be because Des Moines is at the heart of one of the world’s great farming regions. Visit in July to sample every local delicacy at Taste of Des Moines or dine at eateries serving everything from tacos to hefty burgers.
There are family-friendly attractions as well, such as Adventureland, with its massive swimming pool and vast array of slides, as well as Gray’s Lake where families can race pedalos and canoes.
More serious water sports are catered for at sites like Saylorville Lake, which offers exceptional fishing. Other sports can be enjoyed at Sleepy Hollow Park with different seasonal options to experience such as snowboarding and beach volleyball.
Des Moines is also a jumping off point to visit Iowa’s most beautiful sights, such as the rolling Loess Hills and the eerie Maquoketa Caves. But with so much to do, you may never want to leave the city.
If you are seeking a cultural vacation, then there is really no bad time to go to Des Moines. For outdoor activities, summer is the best time to visit (between June and September), although there are snow-based activities available as well. A trip in June may balance lower prices with outdoor festivals and good conditions for hiking and boating.
Renting a car provides great flexibility (but beware of icy conditions during the winter). The city is known to be quite cycle-friendly as well, and the bus network will let you take your bikes on board, making it possible to access most parts of town without a rental car. Taxis are always available to book, but don’t rely on being able to hail them.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is a relatively small airport in Iowa. It is conveniently located just 3 miles (5km) from central Des Moines, and generally handles less than two million passengers per year.
In 2010, Des Moines International Airport’s terminal got a great revamp, which included new carpeting in the terminal and a number of other facility upgrades. The airport has a great array of shopping facilities, ranging from small-change vending machines to larger and more expensive options.
Passengers can book flights to Des Moines International Airport from destinations across the United States, including Chicago, Denver and Las Vegas. A number of airlines operate flights to Des Moines International Airport, particularly low-cost options such as ExpressJet Airlines and AirTran Airways.
Passengers who prefer smaller airports will enjoy Des Moines International Airport – as it has facilities of equal quality to those of larger airports, but not the crowds of people and the long queues generally associated with busier airports.