Dubuque to Des Moines (DBQ–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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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 2 hubs
MSP Minneapolis ~3h 41m → AFDLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to Des Moines flights
ACY Atlantic City ~6h 37m → Atlantic City (ACY) to Des Moines flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Dubuque to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

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

Also explore DBQ Routes DSM Routes DBQ Live Flights DSM Live Flights DSM Delays
All flights from Des Moines (DSM) Des Moines to Dubuque flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DBQ to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
MSP ~3h 41m ACY ~6h 37m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
DBQ → DSM
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
63%
Return
DSM → DBQ
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 →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Dubuque

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric DBQ→DSM RST→DSM
Distance from DBQ – 138 mi
Nonstop airlines – 4
Weekly flights – 2
Rochester (RST) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of DBQ with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Des Moines is 0 hours the same as Dubuque.
DBQ: CDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubuque, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
Facts

DBQ–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubuque to Des Moines route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DBQ
Full nameDubuque Regional Airport
IATA / ICAODBQ / KDBQ
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation1,077 ft / 328 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 DBQ to DSM flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Yes, return flights from DSM to DBQ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include RST. 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Rochester (RST).