Lincoln to Des Moines (LNK–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Lincoln to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 168 mi 0h 55m nonstop 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LNK and DSM, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LNK to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
94
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Lincoln

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric LNK→DSM OMA→DSM MHK→DSM
Distance from LNK – 55 mi 118 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 1
Weekly flights 1 – –
Flight time 0h 55m 0h 38m 0h 45m
Departure OTP 100% – –
Omaha (OMA) to Des Moines flights · Manhattan (MHK) to Des Moines flights · Sioux Falls (FSD) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of LNK with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Lincoln, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
168 mi / 271 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 55m.
Facts

LNK–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lincoln to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance168 mi / 271 km
Flight time0h 55m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: LNK
Full nameLincoln Airport
IATA / ICAOLNK / KLNK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation1,219 ft / 372 m
Destination: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LNK to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Lincoln Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 0h 55m. The route covers 168 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LNK to DSM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA, DAL, SBN, HOU, MKE, MDW, IAD, BNA, IAH, DFW, CLE, AUS, SCF, TEB, RSW, PHX, EWR, BOS, MCO, LAX, PSP, LAS, ORD and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include OMA, MHK and FSD. 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 LNK to DSM

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

LNK to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LNK to DSM ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 168 miles (271 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA), Manhattan (MHK) and Sioux Falls (FSD).