Des Moines to Atlanta (DSM–ATL) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DSM–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 743 miles in approximately 2h 7m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, SK, VS | 28 | 712, 717 | 1h56-2h07 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, SK, VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Atlanta from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→ATL | ALO→ATL | CID→ATL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 96 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 136 | 1 | 35 |
| Flight time | 2h 7m | 1h 44m | 2h |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Atlanta.
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
DSM–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to ATL
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 136 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DSM to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to ATL is about 2 hours 7 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 743 miles (1,195 km). There are approximately 136 weekly flights outbound and 82 return, totaling 218 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Chicago Midway and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Waterloo (ALO), Cedar Rapids (CID) and Omaha (OMA).