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 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 625 miles in approximately 1h 48m. Beyond nonstop, 64 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AY, QF, QR | 56 | 319, 320, CR9, E70, E75 | 1h48-2h01 | Oneworld | AS, AY, QF, QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→DSM | DAL→DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 108 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 48m | 0h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 6:00 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. With 108 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DFW to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DFW to DSM ranges from 1 hours 48 minutes to 2 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 625 miles (1,006 km). There are approximately 108 weekly flights outbound and 151 return, totaling 259 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
64 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 (DAL).