Des Moines International Airport Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from Des Moines International Airport

Des Moines International Airport To Dubuque Regional Airport	564 USD
Des Moines International Airport To Norwalk Huron County Airport	1,868 USD
Des Moines International Airport To Des Moines City Post Office (historical)	222 USD

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Des Moines International Airport

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Des Moines International Airport

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

4.3USD

Price per KM

1.9 USD

Waiting time per hour

32.5USD

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Des Moines International Airport city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 13.8 USD.

Taxi transfers from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Dubuque Regional Airport Norwalk Huron County Airport Des Moines City Post Office (historical)Cedar Rapids Grinnell College

Using a taxi at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.

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Des Moines International Airport (DSM) taxi fare - FAQ

What's the taxi fare from Des Moines to Des Moines city center?

Taxi fares from Des Moines to Des Moines city center can vary based on time of day, luggage, traffic, and the destination. Enter your route in Des Moines taxi fare calculator to get an estimated price.

How much is a taxi transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)?

A 5km ride transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) costs about 13.8 USD. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)?

You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)?

if you can’t find a taxi Des Moines International Airport (DSM) or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in Des Moines International Airport (DSM)?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Des Moines International Airport (DSM) taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Des Moines International Airport (DSM).

What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) per KM?

The starting price of a taxi transfer from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is 4.3 USD. Each KM is then priced at 1.9 USD. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 32.5 USD per hour.

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