Des Moines to Telluride (DSM–TEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Des Moines to Telluride
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
795 mi 2h 36m nonstop -1h behind 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DSM and TEX, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DSM to TEX.
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One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
44
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DSM → TEX
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Return
TEX → DSM
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 5:00 PM in Telluride.
Distance & Flight Time
795 mi / 1,280 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 36m.

DSM–TEX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Des Moines to Telluride route.
Route details
Distance795 mi / 1,280 km
Flight time2h 36m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
Destination: TEX
IATA / ICAOTEX / KTEX
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation9,070 ft / 2,765 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DSM to TEX flights.
Nonstop flights from Des Moines International Airport to Telluride Regional Airport take approximately 2h 36m. The route covers 795 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, SLC, ELP, LAS, AUS, ORD, BNA, IAD, LAX, BWI, CLT, BOS, MIA, DEN and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Telluride is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
Yes, return flights from TEX to DSM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 TEX

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DSM to TEX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DSM to TEX ranges from 2 hours 36 minutes. The route covers a distance of 795 miles (1,280 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.