Flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SJO and DSM include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport flight is R 6,924. A round-trip fare is currently R 11,926. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SJO to DSM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from SJO to DSM is easy 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 new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Of the flights that depart from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport from central San Jose, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SJO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Consider staying in a hotel near DSM if you're on a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Des Moines Airport rental car and discover Des Moines and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Enterprise and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Des Moines Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
The street address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The quietest month for a flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Des Moines based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Des Moines Airport for July if you'd like to visit Des Moines during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to DSM in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.
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. Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, a visit to Chicago will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
