Des Moines to Denver (DSM–APA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
603 mi 1h 44m nonstop -1h behind 23 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and APA, connecting options are available through 23 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to APA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
AUS ~4h 31m MSP ~4h 32m SLC ~4h 55m MDW ~5h 8m SCF ~5h 56m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
193
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
DSM → APA
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
Return
APA → DSM
25%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
25%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Denver from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Centennial Airport.
Metric DSM→APA MLI→APA
Distance from DSM – 163 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 –
Flight time 1h 44m 2h 8m
Departure OTP 68% –
Moline (MLI) to Denver flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Centennial Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Denver is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · APA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 5:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
603 mi / 970 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 44m.
Facts

DSM–APA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Denver route.
Route details
Distance603 mi / 970 km
Flight time1h 44m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: APA
Full nameCentennial Airport
IATA / ICAOAPA / KAPA
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,885 ft / 1,794 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to APA flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Centennial Airport take approximately 1h 44m. The route covers 603 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AUS, MSP, SLC, MDW, SCF, PHX, YYC, IAH, DAL, BNA, SAT, YVR, IAD, SNA, MCO, PIE, DCA, LAX, SRQ, BOS, FLL, MIA and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
Nearby alternatives include MLI. 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 DSM to APA

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Centennial Airport (APA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to APA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to APA ranges from 1 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 603 miles (970 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via AUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Moline (MLI).