Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Des Moines and Austin are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DSM to AUS flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Austin (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with Allegiant Air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Allegiant Air is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier that operates DSM to AUS flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DSM and AUS:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Right now, Rs12,303 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs26,043. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DSM to AUS by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DSM to AUS.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from DSM arrive on schedule 80.45% of the time.
Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DSM:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Consider staying in a hotel near AUS if you're on a late Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and explore beyond Austin's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Austin. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Austin. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Austin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DSM to AUS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Austin. Around 241 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Austin, San Antonio is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
