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Fredericksburg, Texas

Private charter · DSM → KT82

Des Moines to Fredericksburg

833 miles. One price for the whole airplane.

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Trip type
1

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The trip

Des Moines to Fredericksburg, door to door faster.

Trade about 17½ hours on the road for about a short flight in the air. Bluebird flies you direct from Des Moines International Airport in Des Moines to Gillespie County Airport in Fredericksburg, 833 miles in a private jet with two pilots up front. Need a different size of aircraft? We'll source one sized for the trip. The price is for the whole aircraft, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
833 mi
Flight
—
Driving
17½ hours
Passengers
Up to 1
DSMDes MoinesKT82Fredericksburg
DSM → KT82833 miles direct

Departing Des Moines

Airports in Des Moines

  • DSM

    Major airport

    Des Moines International Airport

    Des Moines · KDSM

    From downtown
    4 mi
    Longest runway
    9,004 ft

  • KIKV

    Regional airport

    Ankeny Regional Airport

    Ankeny

    From downtown
    8 mi
    Longest runway
    5,500 ft

  • AMW

    Regional airport

    Ames Municipal Airport

    Ames · KAMW

    From downtown
    28 mi
    Longest runway
    5,701 ft

Arriving Fredericksburg

Airports in Fredericksburg

  • KT82

    Regional airport

    Gillespie County Airport

    Fredericksburg

    From downtown
    3 mi
    Longest runway
    5,002 ft

  • ERV

    Regional airport

    Kerrville / Kerr County Airport at Louis Schreiner Field

    Kerrville · KERV

    From downtown
    24 mi
    Longest runway
    6,004 ft

When you land

Things to do in Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg was founded by German immigrants in 1846, and its Main Street still shows that heritage in limestone buildings, biergartens and family bakeries. Today the town is the center of Texas Hill Country tourism, surrounded by dozens of wineries and tasting rooms along U.S. 290, peach orchards, lavender farms and rolling ranch land. Business here revolves around hospitality, wine, agriculture and real estate, along with a growing number of second homes and small companies drawn by the pace of life.

  1. 01

    Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    North of town, a massive pink granite dome rises above the Hill Country, and the summit trail rewards hikers with sweeping views. Day passes often sell out, so reserve ahead.

  2. 02

    National Museum of the Pacific War

    In Admiral Nimitz’s hometown, this museum covers the Pacific campaign of World War II across several galleries, including the Nimitz Museum, a Japanese peace garden and outdoor combat exhibits.

  3. 03

    Main Street

    Fredericksburg’s historic Main Street is lined with German-era limestone buildings housing boutiques, galleries, bakeries, biergartens and restaurants, all within easy walking distance.

  4. 04

    Wine Road 290

    The highway between Fredericksburg and Johnson City is lined with wineries and tasting rooms, and many visitors book a driver or tour so they can explore several in a day.

  5. 05

    Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park

    East of town near Stonewall, the LBJ Ranch, known as the Texas White House, offers tours of the house, the family cemetery and working ranch land along the Pedernales River.

  6. 06

    Luckenbach

    This tiny community, made famous by a Waylon Jennings song, centers on a general store and a historic dance hall where live music plays most days.

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Questions

Des Moines to Fredericksburg flights

How long is a private flight from Des Moines to Fredericksburg?

About a short flight in a private jet, for 833 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 17½ hours.

Which airports do flights from Des Moines to Fredericksburg use?

You can depart from Des Moines International Airport (DSM), Ankeny Regional Airport (KIKV), or Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) and arrive at Gillespie County Airport (KT82) or Kerrville / Kerr County Airport at Louis Schreiner Field (ERV). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from Des Moines to Fredericksburg cost?

The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.

Can I book a round trip between Des Moines and Fredericksburg?

Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Fredericksburg back to Des Moines are priced the same way.

Return flight

Fredericksburg to Des Moines

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