Traveling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the CHS - DSM route include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
C$215 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. A return flight starts at C$563. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap flight tickets from CHS to DSM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Traveling from central Charleston to Charleston International Airport takes approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CHS:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Book a hotel near DSM if you're catching a late flight from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
From Des Moines International Airport, Des Moines is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 43 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Des Moines. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Charleston International Airport to Des Moines International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CHS to DSM in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
More about Des Moines
After locking in your flights from CHS to DSM, you'll need to find a place to stay in Des Moines. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Hy-Vee Hall are just two of the big attractions to add to your Des Moines itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Evelyn K Davis Park.
Complete your Des Moines trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Des Moines International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Des Moines vacation.
