Traveling from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): What you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for leaving from here when searching for flights from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport (DSM).
The timezone in Des Moines is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Seattle. Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines.
Your flight from Seattle to DSM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 23 kilometers from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometers from central Seattle. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to DSM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
Des Moines International Airport is about 6 kilometers from central Des Moines. How long it takes to get there by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Right now, $101 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $211. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to DSM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Des Moines International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport (DSM). July is the peak month for travel to Des Moines. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.
Lock in a Seattle to DSM plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Des Moines to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Des Moines
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Des Moines right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Des Moines International Airport:
Your Des Moines trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Center of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theater and State Historical Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Des Moines has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 290 kilometers south of Des Moines, a trip to Kansas City will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon.
Omaha is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometers west of Des Moines. No journey is complete without visiting Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within.
