Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Burbank Airport (BUR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DSM to BUR flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Burbank — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Allegiant Air.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DSM and BUR:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Of the flights that depart from Des Moines Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DSM? If you've booked an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Burbank Airport (BUR)
Consider booking a hotel near BUR if you're taking a late Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Burbank Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Thrifty or Fox - Rent A Car and see more of Burbank and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Burbank Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Burbank Airport (BUR) to central Burbank
BUR is located at 2627 Hollywood Way.
From Burbank Airport, Burbank is approximately 3 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Burbank Airport (BUR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Burbank. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Des Moines Airport to Burbank Airport for August if you want to go to Burbank during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to BUR in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Burbank. Around 16 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 193 kilometers south-east of Burbank, San Diego is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
