Colorado Springs to Des Moines (COS–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Colorado Springs to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
612 mi 2h 8m nonstop +1h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between COS and DSM, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for COS to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
DAL ~3h 47m TEX ~4h 14m HOU ~5h 30m AZA ~6h 6m BIF ~6h 23m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
258
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
COS → DSM
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
Arriving
89%
Return
DSM → COS
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. COS delays → DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Colorado Springs

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric COS→DSM DEN→DSM
Distance from COS – 73 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3
Weekly flights 0 72
Flight time 2h 8m 1h 32m
Departure OTP 67% –
Denver (DEN) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of COS with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Colorado Springs.
COS: MDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Colorado Springs, it's 7:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
612 mi / 985 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 8m.
Facts

COS–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Colorado Springs to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance612 mi / 985 km
Flight time2h 8m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: COS
Full nameCity of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOCOS / KCOS
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr2.5M
Elevation6,187 ft / 1,886 m
Destination: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about COS to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 2h 8m. The route covers 612 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, TEX, HOU, AZA, BIF, LAX, PIE, IAH, DEN, ATL, DFW, LAS, PHX, ORD and SNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Colorado Springs.
Nearby alternatives include DEN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 COS to DSM

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

COS to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from COS to DSM ranges from 2 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 612 miles (985 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Denver (DEN).