Flying from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Las Vegas's main airport, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). Explore your options for booking a flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) departing from this terminal.
2 hours 55 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport flight.
Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Las Vegas.
Choose from 7 direct flights a week between Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM). This is the most popular route, with Allegiant Air offering a 6:35am departure from LAS to DSM.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Las Vegas to DSM. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Go straight to your destination from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). Direct flights from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport with Southwest Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from LAS.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between LAS and DSM is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. A reliable 86.89% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Travelling from central Las Vegas to LAS takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Whether you're boarding an early flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
82.07% of flights leaving Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LAS.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Have a late flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near DSM and hit the lights earlier:
The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
Central Des Moines is about 6 kilometres from Des Moines International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Right now, RM178 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM395. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Las Vegas to DSM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport (DSM). July is the busiest month to travel to Des Moines. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Las Vegas to DSM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Des Moines
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Des Moines right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum are top sights which should be on any good Des Moines itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Des Moines. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Omaha, roughly 193 kilometres west of Des Moines. Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within are the start of reasons to visit.
