Des Moines to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (DSM–PWK) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 1 hub
FLL Fort Lauderdale ~7h 19m G4 → LF Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Des Moines to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and PWK, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore DSM Routes PWK Routes DSM Live Flights PWK Live Flights DSM Delays
All flights from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Des Moines flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to PWK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~7h
Longest
FLL ~7h 19m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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 → PWK
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
PWK → 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 →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Executive Airport.
Metric DSM→PWK OMA→PWK
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – 1
Departure OTP 100% –
Omaha (OMA) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Chicago Executive Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling is 0 hours the same as Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · PWK: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
Facts

DSM–PWK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: PWK
Full nameChicago Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOPWK / KPWK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation647 ft / 197 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to PWK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Yes, return flights from PWK to DSM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include OMA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).