Des Moines to Montrose (DSM–MTJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Montrose
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
781 mi 2h 28m nonstop -1h behind 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and MTJ, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to MTJ.
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One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
APA ~3h 53m MSP ~5h 18m SCF ~5h 31m DAL ~5h 34m LAS ~5h 43m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
203
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 → MTJ
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
MTJ → DSM
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
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
Montrose is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · MTJ: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 5:00 PM in Montrose.
Distance & Flight Time
781 mi / 1,256 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 28m.
Facts

DSM–MTJ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Montrose route.
Route details
Distance781 mi / 1,256 km
Flight time2h 28m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: MTJ
Full nameMontrose Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOMTJ / KMTJ
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.5M
Elevation5,759 ft / 1,755 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to MTJ flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Montrose Regional Airport take approximately 2h 28m. The route covers 781 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through APA, MSP, SCF, DAL, LAS, CVG, BNA, AUS, SAT, CLT, BOS, FLL, MIA, DEN, DFW, ATL, LAX, IAH and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Montrose is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
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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 MTJ

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to MTJ Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to MTJ ranges from 2 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 781 miles (1,256 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via APA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.