Miami to Des Moines (MIA–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.
MIA–DSM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,328 miles in approximately 3h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: QR | 1 | E75 | 3h36 | Oneworld | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Miami
| Metric | MIA→DSM | OPF→DSM | FLL→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MIA | – | 8 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 39m | 2h 40m | 3h 12m |
| Departure OTP | 33% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MIA: EDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Miami, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
Metrorail Orange Line runs from downtown Miami to the MIA station (15 min from Government Center, $2.25). The MIA Mover people mover connects Metrorail to the terminal; free. Tri-Rail commuter rail serves the airport from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ($3.75–6.90).Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Miami Beach, $10–20 from downtown.
MIA–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MIA to DSM
Miami International Airport (MIA) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MIA to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MIA to DSM is about 3 hours 39 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,328 miles (2,137 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Chicago Midway and Jacksonville. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and West Palm Beach (PBI).