Des Moines to Orlando (DSM–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DSM–MCO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Frontier leads the route. The flight covers 1,141 miles in approximately 2h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F9 Frontier | 6 | 32N | 2h38 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Orlando from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→MCO | OMA→MCO | SUX→MCO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 117 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 17 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 38m | 2h 55m | 2h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Orlando.
Brightline trains depart from Terminal C to Fort Lauderdale (3h, from $30) and Miami (3.5h, from $30); this is the only intercity rail option from the airport. For Walt Disney World or International Drive, ride-hails cost $25–40 and take 20–30 minutes. Mears Connect shuttle buses serve the major resort areas (from $16 per person).Taxis are metered and available at Ground Transportation. Rental car agencies are in the Terminal B intermodal center; accessible by Automated People Mover from both Terminal A and Terminal C. All five theme park areas offer resort shuttle services but these require pre-booking.
Subtropical climate, warm to hot year-round. Summer (June–September) is the most disruptive season: daily afternoon thunderstorms arrive with near-clockwork timing and frequently cause ground stops at MCO, often delaying 3–4pm banks of departures. Heat and humidity can top 35°C with heat index over 40°C. Lightning density in central Florida is among the highest in the United States.
Hurricane season (June–November) brings occasional tropical systems. Orlando sits far enough inland to avoid direct storm surge but tropical downpours cause significant disruption. Winters are mild (10–22°C) with low humidity and minimal rain. January–March is the most flight-stable period.
DSM–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to MCO
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DSM to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to MCO ranges from 2 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,141 miles (1,837 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MEM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA) and Sioux City (SUX).