Gulf Shores to Des Moines (GUF–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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G4441
G4 Allegiant
320
12:16 PM
EDT
2:42 PM
CDT
2h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
G4442
G4 Allegiant
320
8:30 AM
CDT
10:56 AM
EDT
2h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Gulf Shores to Des Moines
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 845 mi 2h 26m nonstop -1h behind 2 1-stop hubs

GUF–DSM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Allegiant Air leads the route. The flight covers 845 miles in approximately 2h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop GUF–DSM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
G4 Allegiant Air 2 320 2h26
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – G4
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: G4 (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GUF to DSM direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GUF to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
93
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
GUF → DSM
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
58%
Return
DSM → GUF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Gulf Shores

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric GUF→DSM MSY→DSM
Distance from GUF 156 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 2 1
Flight time 2h 26m 3h 11m
Airports within 200 miles of GUF with service to Des Moines International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Gulf Shores.
GUF: EDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Gulf Shores, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
845 mi / 1,361 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 26m.

GUF–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Gulf Shores to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance845 mi / 1,361 km
Flight time2h 26m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: GUF
IATA / ICAOGUF / KJKA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
Destination: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GUF to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Jack Edwards National Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 2h 26m. The route covers 845 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Allegiant Air.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from GUF to DSM. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Gulf Shores.
Yes, return flights from DSM to GUF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MSY. 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 GUF to DSM

Jack Edwards National Airport (GUF) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from Allegiant Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

GUF to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GUF to DSM ranges from 2 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 845 miles (1,361 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New Orleans (MSY).