Copenhagen to Des Moines (CPH–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 8 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between CPH and DSM. Nearest airports to CPH with scheduled service: Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE, 21 mi) · Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX, 29 mi) · Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport (AGH, 47 mi)
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 8 hubs
ORD Chicago 11h 28m EKSK → AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines flights
PHL Philadelphia 13h 44m AAAYBA → AAG4 Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines flights
MSP Minneapolis 14h 13m AFDLSK → AFDLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to Des Moines flights
ATL Atlanta 15h 54m SK → AMDLKE Atlanta (ATL) to Des Moines flights
BOS Boston 31h 38m SK → G4 Boston (BOS) to Des Moines flights
EWR Newark 32h 25m SK → G4 Newark (EWR) to Des Moines flights
LAX Los Angeles 35h 5m SK → AA Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines flights
HEL Helsinki (Vantaa) ~12h 23m A3AYD8 → 6I Helsinki (Vantaa) (HEL) to Des Moines flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Copenhagen to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-7h behind

While no nonstop service exists between CPH and DSM, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for CPH to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
ORD ~11h 28m HEL ~12h 23m PHL ~13h 44m MSP ~14h 13m ATL ~15h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
569
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
CPH → DSM
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
DSM → CPH
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-7h
Des Moines is 7 hours behind Copenhagen.
CPH: CEST · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 11:00 AM in Des Moines.
Visa & Entry

Denmark is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Danish citizens must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before travel. The ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. An e-passport with a biometric chip is required.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CPH

The Metro M2 line connects central Copenhagen (Kongens Nytorv, Christianshavn, Vanløse) to the airport in 15–16 minutes from Kongens Nytorv for DKK 36 (Rejsekort card). Trains run 24 hours, every 4 minutes at peak and every 6 minutes at night; one of the most frequent airport rail links in Europe. DSB regional trains also call at the airport station.The Øresund train connects directly to Malmö Central (Sweden) in 35 minutes from the airport; a cross-border connection unique among European airports. Taxis from the city centre cost DKK 250–350 (€33–47). Uber is available. Driving from Copenhagen takes 10–15 minutes via E20 motorway.

Facts

CPH–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Copenhagen to Des Moines route.
Route details
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: CPH
Full nameCopenhagen Kastrup Airport
IATA / ICAOCPH / EKCH
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Passengers/yr29.8M
Elevation17 ft / 5 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 CPH to DSM flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chicago O'Hare, Philadelphia and Minneapolis–Saint Paul.
Des Moines is 7 hours behind Copenhagen.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare, Philadelphia and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.