Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Des Moines and Minneapolis are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from 25 weekly Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flights. The 06:52 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 17:59.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your DSM to MSP flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta offers direct flights from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Minneapolis — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Delta.
The most punctual carrier operating DSM to MSP flights is Delta. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.98% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DSM and MSP include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight is Rs34,858. A return ticket right now is Rs35,031. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DSM to MSP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DSM to MSP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal 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 Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
When it comes to Des Moines Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near DSM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
If you're coming in on a late Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near MSP:
Travel at your own pace with a Minneapolis St Paul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar and see more of Minneapolis and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Minneapolis St Paul Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Minneapolis. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DSM to MSP around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
