Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Des Moines.
There are 20 Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flights each week.
Give yourself enough time to make your DSM to PHX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. When you're ready to start your Phoenix holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of the United States:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With an impressive 81.48% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DSM to PHX flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DSM and PHX:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Currently, RM532 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM910. Keep in mind that fares can 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 DSM to PHX if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Of all flights leaving Des Moines Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
To get to Des Moines Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DSM? If you're catching an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
If you're getting in on a late Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near PHX:
Pick up a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car and explore Phoenix and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
April is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Phoenix in March.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF). Lock in your flights from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSM to PHX sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Las Vegas, roughly 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are key reasons to visit.
