Chicago to Des Moines (MDW–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–DSM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 305 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 20 | 737, 73H, 7S7 | 1h20-1h25 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→DSM | ORD→DSM | SBN→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 20 | 262 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 0h 59m | 1h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 37% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
MDW–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to DSM
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MDW to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to DSM ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 305 miles (491 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), South Bend (SBN) and Milwaukee (MKE).