Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MCO to DSM flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Frontier Airlines offers direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Des Moines — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Frontier Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for MCO to DSM flights is Frontier Airlines.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MCO and DSM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Nashville Airport
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MCO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
If you're landing on a late Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near DSM:
Grab a Des Moines Airport rental car and explore Des Moines and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Enterprise and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Des Moines Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Des Moines in March.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Des Moines Airport for July if you'd like to visit Des Moines during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MCO to DSM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC and 2ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Des Moines is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you're eager to discover 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 key reasons to visit.
