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

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Des Moines to Chicago/West Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 280 mi 0h 54m nonstop 22 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and DPA, connecting options are available through 22 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to DPA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
0
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.
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 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 0h 54m 1h 26m
Departure OTP 90% –
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.
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)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections22 hubs
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 approximately 0h 54m. The route covers 280 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DSM to DPA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, OMA, IND, OKC, CVG, BWI, BNA, IAD, CLT, HOU, MCO, PHL, SFB, BOS, MRK, SRQ, PBI, RSW, PHX, FLL, LAS and BUR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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 ranges from 0 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 280 miles (451 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).