Des Moines to Rifle (DSM–RIL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Rifle
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
751 mi 2h 15m nonstop -1h behind 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and RIL, 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 RIL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
APA ~3h 51m DEN ~4h 33m SLC ~4h 44m DAL ~5h 19m MDW ~5h 27m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
47
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 → RIL
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
Return
RIL → DSM
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Rifle from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Garfield County Regional Airport.
Metric DSM→RIL OMA→RIL
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 –
Flight time 2h 15m 2h 3m
Departure OTP 75% –
Omaha (OMA) to Rifle flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Garfield County Regional Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Rifle is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · RIL: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 5:00 PM in Rifle.
Distance & Flight Time
751 mi / 1,208 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 15m.
Facts

DSM–RIL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Rifle route.
Route details
Distance751 mi / 1,208 km
Flight time2h 15m
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: RIL
Full nameGarfield County Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORIL / KRIL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,548 ft / 1,691 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to RIL flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Garfield County Regional Airport take approximately 2h 15m. The route covers 751 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through APA, DEN, SLC, DAL, MDW, AUS, DFW, LAS, ORD, BNA, SAT, SNA, IAD, LAX, CLT, SRQ, BWI, FLL and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Rifle is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
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.

Flights from DSM to RIL

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to RIL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to RIL ranges from 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 751 miles (1,208 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. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).