Des Moines to Charlotte (DSM–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DSM–CLT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 814 miles in approximately 1h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 65 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 21 | 319, 320 | 1h58-2h27 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→CLT | CID→CLT | OMA→CLT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 103 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 | 35 |
| Flight time | 1h 58m | 2h 20m | 2h 28m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Charlotte.
No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.
DSM–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to CLT
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DSM to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to CLT ranges from 1 hours 58 minutes to 2 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 814 miles (1,310 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
65 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DPA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar Rapids (CID), Omaha (OMA) and Moline (MLI).