Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Miami is one hour ahead of Des Moines and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Choose from three weekly Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with American Airlines is the earliest you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 07:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your DSM to MIA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Miami (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for DSM to MIA flights, with 81.67% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DSM and MIA include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
R 1,561 is currently the best price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,538. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from DSM to MIA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from DSM to MIA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from DSM arrive on schedule 80.45% of the time.
To get to Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DSM? If you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
If you have a late Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MIA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Miami International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from A&G Car Hire, MLC or Dollar and explore beyond Miami's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Miami International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
From Miami International Airport, Miami is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Miami based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Miami International Airport for August if you want to visit Miami during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DSM to MIA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Miami is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres north-west of Miami, a trip to Tampa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, consider Orlando, roughly 338 kilometres north of Miami. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are the start of reasons to visit.
