Des Moines to Nassau (DSM–NAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Nassau
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,469 mi 2h 57m nonstop +1h ahead 49 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and NAS, connecting options are available through 49 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to NAS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
49
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
456
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.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Nassau.
Distance & Flight Time
1,469 mi / 2,364 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 57m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter the Bahamas visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket is required. All visitors must complete a Bahamas Travel Health Visa form online before arrival.

DSM–NAS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Nassau route.
Route details
Distance1,469 mi / 2,364 km
Flight time2h 57m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections49 hubs
Origin: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: NAS
IATA / ICAONAS / MYNN
TimezoneAmerica/Nassau
Passengers/yr3.7M
Elevation16 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to NAS flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Lynden Pindling International Airport take approximately 2h 57m. The route covers 1,469 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DSM to NAS. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RDU, TPA, MRK, PBI, OKC, BNA, TEB, CMH, STL, MCO, MDW, PIE, RIL, IND, OXC, BWI, IAD, RSW, AUS, TYR, SRQ, APA, PWA, HPN, HOU, MSP, GCM, DAL, SLC, DTW, MTJ, LGA, SAT, SNA, YYC, LAX, MIA, PHL, DCA, CLT, DFW, FLL, DEN, ATL, ORD, IAH, BOS, EWR and MCI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nassau is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
Yes, return flights from NAS to DSM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 NAS

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to NAS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to NAS ranges from 2 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,469 miles (2,364 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via RDU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.