Des Moines to Chicago (DSM–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DSM–MDW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 305 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 70 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 14 | 737, 7S7 | 1h20-1h25 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→MDW | CID→MDW | OMA→MDW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 103 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 1 | 29 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 0h 51m | 0h 59m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
DSM–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to MDW
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DSM to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to MDW ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 305 miles (491 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
70 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CID. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar Rapids (CID) and Omaha (OMA).