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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Boston:

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:46 am
• Latest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 10:16 am.

The flight takes about 2h 46m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Boston:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Boston takes 2h 46m, covering 1,161 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Boston range from $225 to $458, with an average of $371 over the past 12 months. Anything below $225 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 73% above the $371 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $212 round-trip, compared to $424 via a layover through New York LaGuardia (LGA).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

One-way fares from Des Moines to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $144, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Sixt

Flights from Des Moines to Boston usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Boston most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 51% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 12% of one-stop connections
• New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Des Moines to Boston. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $316 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $475, a difference of $159.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Des Moines and Boston.

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 4h 56m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 58m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

Boston is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Boston are TD Garden, Fenway Park and Boston Common. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

Various airlines offer flight services from Des Moines to Boston. If you are flying along this route, you can opt for connecting flight services. Delta Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines are some of the airlines offering one-stop flight services on this route. Usually, they have layovers at DTW, ORD, MSP and DCA airports. Alternatively, you can opt for flights with multiple layovers if you want to save some money - however, this will generally add approximately 4h to your flight duration.

All travelers must stay in the landside zones after security checkpoints close for the evening. They must re-clear security when the checkpoints reopen the following day. The majority of the benches along the landside are round or have armrests. At the north end of the check-in area, there is at least one wide, comfy bench without armrests. The carpeted area close to the baggage claim and car rental areas may be a great place to stay the night. Consider carrying eyewear and noise-canceling headphones to filter out the loud noises and bright lights.

The solely authorized parking at the airport is available in Des Moines Airport, where you can park conveniently close to your terminal. DSM offers easy solutions to suit your needs and budget, whether you require airport parking for a little period of time, a lengthy period of time, or an extended stay. For short-term parking, you can utilize the parking found in the terminals, while when looking to park long-term, you can use the Green Lot Economy 3 parking lots and terminal B garages.

Active US military members and families can have access to free services at BOS airport in the USO lounge. The lounges are located in Terminals C and E. USO lounges offer services such as beverages, snacks, internet access and books.