Dallas to Des Moines (DAL–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dallas to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 625 mi 0h 27m nonstop +1h ahead 43 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DAL and DSM, connecting options are available through 43 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DAL to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
43
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
MHK ~3h 19m OMA ~3h 37m PTK ~3h 53m CLE ~4h 4m MEM ~4h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,339
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
DAL → DSM
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
Arriving
0%
Return
DSM → DAL
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
33%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DAL delays → DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Dallas

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric DAL→DSM DFW→DSM
Distance from DAL – 12 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3
Weekly flights 1 67
Flight time 0h 27m 0h 27m
Departure OTP 0% –
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of DAL 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 Dallas.
DAL: MDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas, it's 7:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
625 mi / 1,006 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 27m.
Facts

DAL–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dallas to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance625 mi / 1,006 km
Flight time0h 27m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections43 hubs
Origin: DAL
Full nameDallas Love Field
IATA / ICAODAL / KDAL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation487 ft / 148 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 DAL to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Dallas Love Field to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 0h 27m. The route covers 625 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DAL to DSM. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MHK, OMA, PTK, CLE, MEM, TEX, HOU, MKE, PIT, IDA, PIE, STL, COS, FMY, PBI, PSP, MSY, BWI, TEB, SFB, YVR, SJO, MIA, AUS, BNA, ORD, LGA, FLL, ATL, MDW, DEN, SNA, LAX, PHX, MSP, MCO, LAS, CLT, RSW, SRQ, DCA, GUF and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Dallas.
Yes, return flights from DSM to DAL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DFW. 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 DAL to DSM

Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DAL to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DAL to DSM ranges from 0 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 625 miles (1,006 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MHK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).