Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your JAX to DSM flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between JAX and DSM include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is Rs10,738. A return plane ticket right now is Rs21,495. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from JAX to DSM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from JAX to DSM.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from JAX make it to their destination as scheduled 80.42% of the time.
Jacksonville International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to JAX:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
If you're getting in on a late Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near DSM:
Follow your own route with a Des Moines International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and experience more of Des Moines and beyond.
Increase the odds of getting a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Des Moines International Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
The street address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport to the centre of Des Moines has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Des Moines in April.
Book your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport for July if you want to visit Des Moines during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JAX to DSM in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Des Moines, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 499 kilometres east to Chicago to tick off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Milwaukee is another well-known destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. No journey is complete without dropping by Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
