Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Vienna Airport (VIE): what you need to know
The timezone in Vienna is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Des Moines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DSM to VIE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport. Many passengers pass through Chicago O'Hare International Airport when flying between DSM and VIE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Vienna Airport (VIE)
£256 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport flight. A return flight starts from £670. These fares may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from DSM to VIE, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DSM to VIE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
77% of flights leaving from Des Moines Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to DSM:
Arriving at Vienna Airport (VIE)
Reserve a hotel near VIE if you're taking a late Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Vienna Airport rental car and discover Vienna and beyond with your own set of wheels. U-Save, Wheego and Dryyve are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Vienna Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Vienna Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna Airport is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from central Vienna. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Vienna Airport (VIE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Vienna in March.
When reserving your flight from Des Moines Airport to Vienna Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Vienna, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to VIE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 5ºC on average.
Explore more of Austria
Graz is just one of the many places in Austria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Vienna. Around 145 kms (90 miles) away to the south-west, top sights here include Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Vienna, Linz is another favourite stop in Austria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).
