Las Vegas to Des Moines (LAS–DSM) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAS–DSM is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,213 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 14 | 738, 73H, 7M8 | 2h47-3h | – | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 11 | 320 | 2h54-2h59 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Las Vegas
| Metric | LAS→DSM | CDC→DSM | PSP→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAS | – | 159 mi | 174 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 25 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 8m | 2h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 53% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAS: PDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas, it's 8:00 PM in Des Moines.
The airport is 5 miles from the Strip; ride-shares and taxis take 10–20 minutes from the Strip ($15–25). There is no rail link.The Las Vegas Monorail does not serve the airport. RTC bus Route 109 connects the airport to the Strip ($2, 20–30 min), but luggage handling is inconvenient. Hotel shuttles from major resorts are the most hassle-free option and often free for guests.
LAS–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAS to DSM
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air and United Airlines. With 25 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LAS to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAS to DSM is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,213 miles (1,953 km). There are approximately 25 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 52 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Phoenix Sky Harbor and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar City (CDC) and Palm Springs (PSP).