Des Moines to Chicago/West Chicago (DSM–DPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Chicago/West Chicago
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
280 mi 0h 54m nonstop

DSM–DPA has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to DPA.
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One-Stop Connections
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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 → DPA
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Return
DPA → DSM
56%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
56%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago/West Chicago from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Dupage Airport.
Metric DSM→DPA OMA→DPA
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – –
Flight time 0h 54m 1h 26m
Departure OTP 72% –
Omaha (OMA) to Chicago/West Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Dupage Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago/West Chicago is 0 hours the same as Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · DPA: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/West Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
280 mi / 451 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 54m gate to gate.
Facts

DSM–DPA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Chicago/West Chicago route.
Route details
Distance280 mi / 451 km
Flight time0h 54m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: DPA
Full nameDupage Airport
IATA / ICAODPA / KDPA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation759 ft / 231 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to DPA flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Dupage Airport take about 0h 54m gate to gate. The route covers 280 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Yes, return flights from DPA to DSM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include OMA. 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 DPA

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

DSM to DPA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to DPA is about 0 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 280 miles (451 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).