Des Moines to Tampa (DSM–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between DSM and TPA, connecting options are available through 57 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tampa from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→TPA | OMA→TPA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 42m | 3h |
| Departure OTP | 69% | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
DSM–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to TPA
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
DSM to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to TPA ranges from 2 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,128 miles (1,815 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
57 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via LEX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).