Des Moines to Scottsdale (DSM–SCF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Scottsdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,136 mi 2h 54m nonstop -2h behind 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and SCF, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to SCF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
PHX ~4h 48m DAL ~4h 55m SLC ~5h 7m AUS ~5h 8m DFW ~5h 20m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
309
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 → SCF
56%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
56%
Return
SCF → DSM
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Scottsdale from Des Moines

Nearby airports with service to Scottsdale Airport.
Metric DSM→SCF OMA→SCF
Distance from DSM – 117 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 8
Weekly flights 1 3
Flight time 2h 54m 2h 25m
Departure OTP 56% –
Omaha (OMA) to Scottsdale flights
Airports within 200 miles of DSM with service to Scottsdale Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Scottsdale is 2 hours behind Des Moines.
DSM: CDT · SCF: MST

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 4:00 PM in Scottsdale.
Distance & Flight Time
1,136 mi / 1,828 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 54m.
Facts

DSM–SCF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Scottsdale route.
Route details
Distance1,136 mi / 1,828 km
Flight time2h 54m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: SCF
Full nameScottsdale Airport
IATA / ICAOSCF / KSDL
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Elevation1,510 ft / 460 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to SCF flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Scottsdale Airport take approximately 2h 54m. The route covers 1,136 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DSM to SCF.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PHX, DAL, SLC, AUS, DFW, DEN, MSP, MEM, MDW, IND, IAH, SAT, ORD, LAX, YVR, STL, ELP, YYC, BNA, IAD, SNA, SRQ, SFB, BWI, CLT, PIE, RSW, FLL, LGA, MIA, BOS and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Scottsdale is 2 hours 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 SCF

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Scottsdale Airport (SCF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to SCF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to SCF ranges from 2 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,136 miles (1,828 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PHX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA).