Charlotte to Des Moines (CLT–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CLT–DSM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 814 miles in approximately 2h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 65 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 27 | 319, 320 | 2h27-2h32 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Charlotte
| Metric | CLT→DSM | RDU→DSM | AGS→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLT | – | 130 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 27m | 1h 57m | 2h |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CLT: EDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
There is no rail link to CLT. CATS Route 5 bus runs from Charlotte Transportation Center to the airport in 45 minutes ($2.20). The airport is 7 miles from Uptown Charlotte.Ride-shares from Uptown cost $18–30 and take 15–25 minutes. Taxis are available but less common than ride-share in Charlotte. I-85 and Billy Graham Parkway are the primary expressway routes; allow extra time during afternoon rush (4–6:30pm).
CLT–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLT to DSM
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CLT to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLT to DSM ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes to 2 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 814 miles (1,310 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
65 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DPA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Raleigh/Durham (RDU) and Augusta (AGS).