Des Moines to Boston (DSM–BOS) — 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–BOS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Allegiant Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,162 miles in approximately 2h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G4 Allegiant Air | 2 | 320 | 2h51 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Boston from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→BOS | CID→BOS | OMA→BOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 103 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 51m | 2h 1m | 2h 41m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · BOS: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Boston.
Silver Line SL1 (free from Logan) runs to South Station in 15–20 minutes, connecting to the Red Line subway and Amtrak services. The Massport Shuttle connects all Logan terminals and the remote parking areas; it's also the transfer between terminals. Water taxi to Long Wharf (downtown) is $12 and runs seasonally; check weather and schedule.Taxis to downtown Boston cost $30–45 (tunnel toll included in meter). Ride-hails pick up at designated zones; follow the Logan app directions to avoid the main curb chaos. MBTA Blue Line (Airport station, free shuttle from terminals) reaches downtown in 10 minutes but requires a separate transfer. Amtrak Acela to New York departs from South Station (2.5h, from $49).
Humid continental climate with significant maritime influence. Winters (December–March) bring regular Nor'easters. These coastal storms that dump heavy snow and produce high winds, frequently closing Logan for hours and causing mass cancellations. Ice storms hit several times each winter. BOS is one of the most weather-disrupted major US airports in winter.
Summers are warm (22–29°C) with humidity and afternoon thunderstorms causing July–August delays. Hurricane remnants reach New England in September–October. Spring and fall are mild (8–18°C) but unpredictable. Logan's harbor location means it runs windier than inland readings suggest. Factor this into small aircraft routing.
DSM–BOS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to BOS
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) are connected by nonstop service from Allegiant Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DSM to BOS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to BOS is about 2 hours 51 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,162 miles (1,870 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago Midway, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar Rapids (CID) and Omaha (OMA).