Travelling from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PVR to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between PVR and DSM include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
Currently, $469 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $765. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PVR to DSM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PVR to DSM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Handy information about Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
Of all flights leaving Puerto Vallarta Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Puerto Vallarta Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to PVR:
Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)
If you're getting in on a late Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DSM:
Go where the road takes you with a Des Moines Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and see more of Des Moines and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Des Moines Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines Airport to central Des Moines has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Des Moines. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to Des Moines Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVR to DSM around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Des Moines, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 499 kilometres east to Chicago to check off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Milwaukee is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. No trip is complete without visiting Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
