Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport.
To ensure you catch your PDX to DSM flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Des Moines — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Allegiant Air on this route.
Among carriers operating PDX to DSM flights, Allegiant Air has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PDX and DSM:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Rs30,163 is the best price for a one-way Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs50,823. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from PDX to DSM, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PDX to DSM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination on time.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PDX:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
If you're coming in on a late Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near DSM:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Des Moines Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Des Moines and beyond.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Des Moines Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Des Moines. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Portland Airport to Des Moines Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PDX to DSM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC and 2ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Des Moines, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 499 kilometres east to Chicago to check off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
