Travelling from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Toronto. Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Toronto to DSM.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Split up your flight from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and DSM are:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can arrive at YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 39 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Toronto to DSM? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Consider staying in a hotel near DSM if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
Des Moines International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Des Moines. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 14 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
$487 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport. Return flights start from $635. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Toronto to DSM. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider selection of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Des Moines, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Toronto to DSM in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 2ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport.
More about Des Moines
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Des Moines right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Des Moines is to check out its most popular sights. Some highlights include Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Edna Griffin Park and Ashby Park.
Complete your Des Moines trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Des Moines and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Toronto to Des Moines International Airport.