Des Moines to Rochester (DSM–RST) — 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 4 hubs
MSP Minneapolis 3h 44m AFAMDL → DLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to Rochester flights
ORD Chicago 4h 3m AAACAS → AAQRUA Chicago (ORD) to Rochester flights
DCA Washington ~6h 32m AA → Washington (DCA) to Rochester flights
IFP Bullhead City ~7h 36m → Bullhead City (IFP) to Rochester flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Des Moines to Rochester
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

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

Also explore DSM Routes RST Routes DSM Live Flights RST Live Flights DSM Delays
All flights from Rochester (RST) Rochester to Des Moines flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to RST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~7h
Longest
MSP ~3h 44m ORD ~4h 3m DCA ~6h 32m IFP ~7h 36m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
51
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 → RST
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Return
RST → DSM
46%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
46%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Rochester from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Rochester International Airport.
Metric DSM→RST OMA→RST
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – –
Departure OTP 80% –
Omaha (OMA) to Rochester flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Rochester International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Rochester is 0 hours the same as Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · RST: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 6:00 PM in Rochester.
Facts

DSM–RST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Rochester 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: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to RST flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago O'Hare.
Yes, return flights from RST 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, commonly via Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).