Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-5, making Atlanta one hour ahead of Des Moines.
Each week, there are 26 Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, jump on the 05:35 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 18:35 with Delta Air Lines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DSM to ATL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Delta offers direct flights from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Atlanta — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Delta is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With an impressive 85.43% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta has the best on-time performance for DSM to ATL flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DSM and ATL include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
St Louis Airport
Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight is R 1,308. A return plane ticket is currently R 2,476. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSM to ATL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DSM to ATL.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
77% of flights that take off from Des Moines Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Des Moines Airport from central Des Moines, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DSM? If you've booked an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Pick up a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport rental car and discover Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Atlanta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Des Moines Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSM to ATL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Atlanta, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to tick off its top attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are highlights.
