Orlando from Des Moines, Nov 14–21: $1,423 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- $315 per person, $225 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs of 74–78°F for park days, lows near 60°F
- Best-value hotel near Universal scores 8.8 from 1,365 reviews
The catch: The outbound flight has one stop and takes 6h 7m, and none of the three hotels offers free cancellation.
Worth it if you want a week of theme parks in mild November weather; skip it if you need a nonstop or a flexible hotel booking.
Worth it: the whole trip is $1,423 for two, the flights at $630 plus the hotel at $793, taxes and fees included, with resort fees, a checked bag and spending money on top. You go Nov 14–21, 2026, for 7 nights, flying American out of Des Moines with one stop, not nonstop.
The total, before you go
$1,423 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $630 |
| B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated!, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $793 |
| The total, before you go | $1,423 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$225 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on American, $160 for two round trip); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$315 per person, round trip
$630 for two, taxes and fees included · American · 1 stop · 6h 7m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 11:09 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 6:16 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American | $315 | 1 stop | 6h 7m |
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | $315 | 1 stop | 7h 53m |
| American | $315 | 1 stop | 6h 23m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 7:43 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $315 per person, the American fare is $225 below the typical fare on this route, 42% less, and it's the lowest we've seen in 30 days. We checked 12 offers, and fares ran from $315 to $436 per person. With the best-value hotel, the trip comes to $1,423 for two, all in, before resort fees, a checked bag and spending money. Mid-November is easy on park days: typical highs of 74–78°F and lows near 60°F, mostly overcast in the normals, with drizzle on arrival day. That's a long way from the hot, stormy afternoons and the longest park lines of June through August. Seven nights gives the two of you room for Disney, Universal and Epic Universe without rushing. Prices were all-in when we checked and can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
A theme-park week at a steady pace. It suits a couple or two friends who want full park days at Walt Disney World and Universal, then easy evenings on International Drive with outlet shopping and restaurants. Mild weather keeps long walking days comfortable, and seven nights leaves room for a slower day off the rides, like a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River.
Weather in Orlando, Nov 14–21
Typical highs 74–78°F, lows near 60°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 78 °F | 62 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 77 °F | 62 °F | Clear |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 77 °F | 60 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 74 °F | 60 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 74 °F | 58 °F | Overcast |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 77 °F | 59 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 75 °F | 60 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 77 °F | 59 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Orlando
Our pick is B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated, $793 for 7 nights ($113 a night), rated 8.8 from 1,365 reviews, with a pool-view room with two queen beds. It's the best value and sits in the Universal Orlando area, walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe. Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks by IHG is $840 for the stay ($120 a night), rated 8.1 from 3,232 reviews, in Celebration, if you'd rather stay on the Kissimmee side. For the lowest price, Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center is $640 ($91 a night), rated 7.4 from 11,415 reviews, also in the Universal Orlando area. All three are room only, with no free cancellation.
B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated!
$793 for 7 nights, two guests · $113 a night
See roomsHoliday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks by IHG
$840 for 7 nights, two guests · $120 a night
See roomsWyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center
$640 for 7 nights, two guests · $91 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Orlando for these dates
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Where in Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort: On-site hotels with early park entry and free transport.
- Lake Buena Vista: Hotels a short shuttle from Disney with lower rates.
- Universal Orlando area: Walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
- International Drive: Central strip with outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
- Kissimmee: Vacation villas with private pools for larger families.
What to do in Orlando
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal
- Explore the Epic Universe park, walkable from the Universal Orlando area
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Des Moines | Des Moines International (DSM) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 6h 7m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,137 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 7 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $630 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (B&B HOTEL Orlando International Drive near Universal - Newly Renovated!) | $793 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $1,820 |
| Total for two | $3,243 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Des Moines to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $315 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $315 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $540 |
| Price checks | 24 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Orlando.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed; it's a domestic trip paid in US dollars.
- Orlando is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
- The American outbound leaves DSM at 11:09 AM and lands at MCO at 6:16 PM, with one stop.
- None of the three hotels offers free cancellation, and all are room only.
- Totals include taxes and fees; resort fees, a checked bag and spending money are not included.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, for a park week. At $315 per person the fare is $225 below the typical fare on this route, and the trip is $1,423 for two, all in. The one-stop flight and no free cancellation at the hotels are the trade-offs.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,423: flights at $630 for two plus $793 for 7 nights at the best-value hotel, taxes and fees included. Resort fees, a checked bag and spending money aren't in it; our budget suggests $1,820 in spending for the week, for $3,243 total.
How long is the flight?
The American outbound has one stop and takes 6h 7m, leaving at 11:09 AM and landing at 6:16 PM Orlando time. Other one-stop options at the same fare took 6h 23m and 7h 53m.
What is the weather like?
For Nov 14–21, typical highs run 74–78°F with lows near 60°F. The normals show mostly overcast days, with drizzle on Saturday, Nov 14.
Is 7 nights enough?
Seven nights covers Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Universal and Epic Universe, with a spare day for a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, paid in US dollars, and Orlando is just 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
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