Des Moines to Indianapolis (DSM–IND) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Indianapolis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 406 mi 0h 57m nonstop +1h ahead 36 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and IND, connecting options are available through 36 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to IND.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
STL ~3h 40m IAD ~5h 19m BWI ~5h 20m DAL ~5h 46m OXC ~5h 50m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
962
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 → IND
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
Arriving
51%
Return
IND → DSM
41%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
41%
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays → IND delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Indianapolis from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Indianapolis International Airport.
Metric DSM→IND OMA→IND
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 0h 57m 1h 19m
Departure OTP 64% –
Omaha (OMA) to Indianapolis flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Indianapolis International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Indianapolis.
Distance & Flight Time
406 mi / 653 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 57m.
Facts

DSM–IND Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Indianapolis route.
Route details
Distance406 mi / 653 km
Flight time0h 57m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: IND
Full nameIndianapolis International Airport
IATA / ICAOIND / KIND
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
Passengers/yr10.4M
Elevation797 ft / 243 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to IND flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport take approximately 0h 57m. The route covers 406 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DSM to IND.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, IAD, BWI, DAL, OXC, RIL, SLC, SCF, FMY, SNA, AZA, MSP, DTW, BOS, LGA, RSW, ORD, DCA, IAH, MIA, ATL, CLT, AUS, MDW, MCO, FLL, DEN, PHX, BNA, DFW, PIE, LAX, SRQ, SFB, LAS and PGD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Indianapolis is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
Nearby alternatives include OMA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 IND

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

DSM to IND Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to IND ranges from 0 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 406 miles (653 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).