Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SFO to DSM flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and DSM:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is Rs33,986. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs68,349. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to DSM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SFO to DSM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight, few things beat 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 accommodation options near DSM:
Travel at your own pace with a Des Moines International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and chase adventure across Des Moines and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Des Moines International Airport a few weeks ahead to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport to central Des Moines has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Des Moines. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Des Moines International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to DSM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
