Des Moines to Philadelphia (DSM–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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–PHL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Allegiant Air lead the route. The flight covers 970 miles in approximately 2h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 22 | CR7, CR9 | 2h38-2h40 | Oneworld | – | |
| QR Qatar Airways | 18 | CR9 | 2h38-2h40 | Oneworld | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 6 | 320 | 2h16-2h22 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→PHL | CID→PHL | OMA→PHL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 103 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 46 | – | 25 |
| Flight time | 2h 38m | 1h 42m | 2h 51m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · PHL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Philadelphia.
SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.
Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.
Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.
DSM–PHL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to PHL
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Allegiant Air. With 46 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DSM to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to PHL is about 2 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 970 miles (1,560 km). There are approximately 46 weekly flights outbound and 25 return, totaling 71 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago Midway, Nashville and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar Rapids (CID), Omaha (OMA) and Dubuque (DBQ).