What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Anchorage?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Anchorage is to drive which costs $600 - $900 and takes 2 days 14h.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Anchorage?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Anchorage is to fly which takes 9h 13m and costs $800 - $3,500.

How far is it from Des Moines to Anchorage?

The distance between Des Moines and Anchorage is 2699 miles. The road distance is 3417.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Anchorage?

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Des Moines to Anchorage, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Anchorage?

Anchorage is 3h behind Des Moines. It is currently 4:36 PM in Des Moines and 1:36 PM in Anchorage.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Anchorage is 3418 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 14h to drive from Des Moines to Anchorage.

Where can I stay near Anchorage?

There are 244+ hotels available in Anchorage.

Des Moines to Anchorage - 2 ways to travel via plane, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Des Moines to Anchorage by plane or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC)plane DSM - ANC
9h 13m
$820–3,423
Drive 3,397.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Anchoragecar 3,397.8 mi
2d 14h
$621–896

Des Moines (DSM) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC) flights

50Weekly Planes

11h 28mAverage Duration

$827Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Anchorage.

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Distance: 2,682.9 mi
Duration: 9h 13m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Anchorage, AK, USA?

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and four other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Anchorage International Airport (ANC) every 4 hours.

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