Dalian (Changhai) to Des Moines (CNI–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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6,406 mi airlines charter/private ~1/wk
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Dalian (Changhai) to Des Moines
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
6,406 mi 13h 45m nonstop -13h behind

CNI–DSM has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CNI → DSM
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
DSM → CNI
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-13h
Des Moines is 13 hours behind Dalian (Changhai).
CNI: CST · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dalian (Changhai), it's 5:00 AM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
6,406 mi / 10,309 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 13h 45m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

CNI–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dalian (Changhai) to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance6,406 mi / 10,309 km
Flight time13h 45m
Time difference-13 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Weekly flights~1 out
Origin: CNI
IATA / ICAOCNI / ZYCH
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation80 ft / 24 m
Destination: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CNI to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Changhai Dachangshandao Airport to Des Moines International Airport take about 13h 45m gate to gate. The route covers 6,406 miles.
Des Moines is 13 hours behind Dalian (Changhai).
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CNI to DSM

Changhai Dachangshandao Airport (CNI) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CNI to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CNI to DSM is about 13 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,406 miles (10,309 km).