Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
Dublin's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Dublin six hours ahead of Des Moines.
Leave enough time to make your DSM to DUB flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines Airport to Dublin Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between DSM and DUB:
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Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
77% of flights departing from Des Moines Airport reach their destination on time.
Des Moines Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Dublin Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DSM:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you're coming in on a late Des Moines Airport to Dublin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near DUB:
Grab a Dublin Airport rental car and discover Dublin and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Dublin Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport to central Dublin has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Dublin Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dublin. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Des Moines Airport to Dublin Airport for July if you want to explore Dublin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to DUB in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Ireland just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-west of Dublin, a visit to Cork will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.