Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between RNO and DSM are:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is C$238. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$564. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap flight tickets from RNO to DSM, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RNO to DSM. You don't need to check every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The journey from central Reno to Reno/Tahoe International Airport takes about 31 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 12 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near RNO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Consider staying in a hotel near DSM if you're taking a late flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
Des Moines International Airport to central Des Moines takes around 14 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the center by public transport takes around 43 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Des Moines in April.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Reno/Tahoe 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, search for a cheap ticket from RNO to DSM in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
More about Des Moines
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Des Moines right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from RNO to DSM:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Hy-Vee Hall and Evelyn K Davis Park are major attractions which should feature on every Des Moines itinerary.
Complete your Des Moines trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Des Moines International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Des Moines stay.
