Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DUB to DSM flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DUB and DSM:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York Newark Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport flight is RM2,271. A return plane ticket right now is RM2,952. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DUB to DSM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DUB to DSM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DUB:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Book a hotel close to DSM if you're catching a late Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Des Moines Airport rental car and discover Des Moines and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Enterprise and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Des Moines Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Des Moines. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Des Moines based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Dublin Airport to Des Moines Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to DSM in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Des Moines has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, a trip to Chicago will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Milwaukee, roughly 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.