Des Moines to Gulf Shores (DSM–GUF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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G4 Allegiant
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G4 Allegiant
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Des Moines to Gulf Shores
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 845 mi 2h 26m nonstop +1h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

DSM–GUF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Allegiant Air leads the route. The flight covers 845 miles in approximately 2h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DSM–GUF service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
G4 Allegiant Air 2 320 2h26 100% – –
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – G4
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: G4 (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DSM to GUF direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to GUF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
BNA ~4h 40m CVG ~5h 0m ATW ~8h 50m DAL ~27h 2m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
100
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DSM → GUF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
GUF → DSM
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
58%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Gulf Shores is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · GUF: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Gulf Shores.
Distance & Flight Time
845 mi / 1,361 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 26m.
Facts

DSM–GUF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Gulf Shores route.
Route details
Distance845 mi / 1,361 km
Flight time2h 26m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: GUF
Full nameJack Edwards National Airport
IATA / ICAOGUF / KJKA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to GUF flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Jack Edwards National Airport take approximately 2h 26m. The route covers 845 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Allegiant Air.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from DSM to GUF. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, CVG, ATW and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Gulf Shores is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
Yes, return flights from GUF to DSM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 GUF

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Jack Edwards National Airport (GUF) are connected by nonstop service from Allegiant Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

DSM to GUF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to GUF ranges from 2 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 845 miles (1,361 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.