Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Logan International Airport (BOS): what you need to know
Boston's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Boston one hour ahead of Des Moines.
Your DSM to BOS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DSM and BOS:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Logan International Airport (BOS)
At the moment, £31 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £78. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DSM to BOS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
80.45% of flights departing from Des Moines International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of DSM.
Des Moines International Airport is around 6 miles from central Des Moines. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near DSM:
Arriving at Logan International Airport (BOS)
If you're coming in on a late Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near BOS:
Pick up a Logan International Airport rental car and explore Boston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Logan International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
Logan International Airport to central Boston has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Logan International Airport (BOS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Boston in May.
The warmest month in Boston is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Logan International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to BOS in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Boston. Around 190 miles away to the south-west, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 270 miles south-west of Boston. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
