Des Moines to Orlando (DSM–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DSM–MCO had nonstop service from Frontier, last on the schedule in April 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,141 miles in 2h 15m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – |
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 | – | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 13 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 3h 5m | 2h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 95% | – | – |
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) had nonstop service from Frontier, last on the schedule in April 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
DSM to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to MCO is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,141 miles (1,837 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Chicago Midway and Nashville. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA) and Sioux City (SUX).