Lancaster to Des Moines (LNS–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Lancaster to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 911 mi 2h 17m nonstop -1h behind 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LNS and DSM, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LNS to DSM.
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One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
65
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
LNS → DSM
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
DSM → LNS
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 Lancaster

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric LNS→DSM BWI→DSM
Distance from LNS 68 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 2h 17m 2h 12m
Airports within 200 miles of LNS with service to Des Moines International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Lancaster, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
911 mi / 1,467 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 17m.

LNS–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lancaster to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance911 mi / 1,467 km
Flight time2h 17m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: LNS
IATA / ICAOLNS / KLNS
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation403 ft / 123 m
Destination: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LNS to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Lancaster Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 2h 17m. The route covers 911 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LNS to DSM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, PIT, HOU and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Lancaster.
Nearby alternatives include BWI. 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 LNS to DSM

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

LNS to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LNS to DSM ranges from 2 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 911 miles (1,467 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI).