Dallas-Fort Worth to Des Moines (DFW–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DFW–DSM is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 625 miles in approximately 0h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 56 | 319, 738, CR9, E70, E75 | 0h27-2h04 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 10 | 319, 738 | 1h55-1h56 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 4 | CR9 | 2h04 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→DSM | DAL→DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 70 | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 27m | 0h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 52% | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: MDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 7:00 PM in Des Moines.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
DFW–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DFW to DSM
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair. With 70 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DFW to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DFW to DSM ranges from 0 hours 27 minutes to 2 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 625 miles (1,006 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 89 return, totaling 159 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
40 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas (DAL).