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Frequently Asked Question
Des Moines International Airport is about 8 km southwest of downtown Des Moines, a short drive from the city centre.
Des Moines International Airport uses two concourses, A and C, which you reach after passing through security.
Yes. Des Moines International Airport is developing a larger terminal to add gates, so follow on-site signs as layouts may change.
Des Moines International Airport uses the IATA code DSM and the ICAO code KDSM.
Airlines at Des Moines International Airport include American Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest, Allegiant and Frontier.
Most flights from Des Moines International Airport are domestic. International trips usually connect through hubs such as Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth or Atlanta.
Taxis and rideshare services serve Des Moines International Airport. Check current local bus options with the regional transit operator before you travel.
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Des Moines International Airport overview
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is the main commercial airport for Iowa's capital and much of central Iowa. It is a manageable, mid-sized airport where getting from the kerb to the gate usually takes little time.
Where the airport is in relation to Des Moines
DSM lies a short drive southwest of downtown Des Moines, roughly 8 km from the city centre. That closeness makes it easy to reach from central neighbourhoods and nearby suburbs.
Terminal and concourses at Des Moines airport
Flights use two concourses, A and C, reached from the main terminal after security. The airport is also developing a larger new terminal to add gate capacity, so layouts and signage may change over time. Follow the airport's directions on the day you travel.
Airlines and destinations from Des Moines
Airlines serving DSM include American Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest, Allegiant and Frontier. Between them they link Des Moines with major hubs such as Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver and Atlanta, plus a range of leisure destinations. Many international trips start with a connection at one of those hubs.
Getting to Des Moines International Airport
- Car: short-term and long-term parking are available on site.
- Taxi and rideshare: pick-up areas are located outside the terminal.
- Rental car: major rental companies operate at the airport.
Local transit arrangements can change, so check the latest options with the regional transit operator before relying on a bus.
Des Moines airport for connecting travellers
Because DSM is served by several large US carriers, travellers can often choose between different hubs for the same trip. Comparing a connection through Chicago with one through Denver or Dallas/Fort Worth can make a real difference to total journey time.
Things to do near Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines has the gold-domed Iowa State Capitol, a popular sculpture park and a walkable riverfront. The city is also home to the Iowa State Fair each summer, which draws visitors from across the Midwest.
Tips for flying from Des Moines
Early-morning departures to connecting hubs are popular, so arrive in good time. With construction under way, give yourself a few extra minutes to find parking and your gate.
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