Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): what you need to know
The timezone in Berlin is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Des Moines.
Your DSM to BER flight 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.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Newark Liberty International Airport is a popular stop between DSM and BER.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight is R 5,080. A return fare right now is R 10,977. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from DSM to BER, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from DSM land on schedule 80.45% of the time.
Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DSM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
If you're coming in on a late Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near BER:
Travel at your own speed with a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Keddy By Europcar and see more of Berlin and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Berlin Brandenburg Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
From Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Berlin is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
June is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Berlin in January.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport for August if you want to go to Berlin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to BER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Berlin. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Germany, consider Essen, about 451 kilometres west of Berlin. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are among its highlights.
