Flights from Abu Dhabi to Des Moines

Arriving in Des Moines

Book your flights to Des Moines with Etihad Airways and explore the state’s capitol, nestled in the middle of America’s heartland.

Plan Your Des Moines Holiday

Visitors travel to Des Moines, the state’s capital, for a variety of reasons. Art lovers plan their travel around the ever-popular Des Moines Arts Festival, held in downtown during June. The Des Moines Art Center is also a huge tourist draw, featuring a variety of works and architecture. Festival lovers plan their vacations around the annual Iowa State Fair, boasting live musical performances, eclectic foods, traditional rodeo competitions and local agricultural exhibits. History lovers enjoy the State Historical Society of Iowa Museum and the beautiful capitol building, the only one in the USA to feature five domes.

The peak season to travel to Des Moines runs through the summer. We recommend that you reserve your tickets to Des Moines several months in advance if you plan to visit during these warmer months. To find cheap hotels in Des Moines, consider travelling during the winter months, as cooler weather and the possibility of snow often deters crowds. Regardless of when you choose to travel, visit our Deals section to find flight deals to Des Moines.

Flying from Abu Dhabi

Book your flights from Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways and relax into the world leading comfort that comes as standard on all of our flights.

Major Airports in Abu Dhabi

The Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is one of the most modern in the world and has won many awards for its spectacular beauty and is considered the best airport in The Middle East. In addition to the excellent restaurants, elegant decor and duty-free retailers, Abu Dhabi airport offers a range of spa treatments, sleeping pods for weary travellers and even its own golf course.

Airport Transportation in Abu Dhabi

At present, there is no train to Abu Dhabi International Airport, but a taxi to Abu Dhabi International Airport can be arranged from anywhere in the city. The most cost effective option is to take a bus to Abu Dhabi International Airport. The No. 901 provides connections from around the city and the journey takes an average of 45 minutes. This bus stops at all three terminals for maximum convenience. If you’re looking for a truly unique Abu Dhabi experience, Etihad Airways provides a chauffeur service that will collect you from your hotel in style.

Choose Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from Abu Dhabi to Des Moines on which you will be travelling in comfort and style.