Mazatlàn to Des Moines (MZT–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

MZT Airport Page →
1,464 mi airlines charter/private
On-time Some delays Frequent delays
Connecting Flight Schedule 5 1-stop flights Verified 2mos ago
Charter / private route. No scheduled airline service — operated by charter & private aviation.
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 5 hubs
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 7h 28m AAQR → AAASAY Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Des Moines flights
PHX Phoenix 8h 13m AA → AAAS Phoenix (PHX) to Des Moines flights
IAH Houston 8h 45m UA → CMEKUA Houston (IAH) to Des Moines flights
LAX Los Angeles 24h 54m ASQR → AA Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines flights
MSP Minneapolis ~6h 41m → AFDLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to Des Moines flights
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Mazatlàn to Des Moines
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
1,464 mi 2h 54m nonstop +2h ahead

MZT–DSM has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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All flights from Des Moines (DSM) Des Moines to Mazatlàn flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MZT to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
MSP ~6h 41m DFW ~7h 28m PHX ~8h 13m IAH ~8h 45m LAX ~24h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
130
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MZT → DSM
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
60%
Return
DSM → MZT
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
87%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of Mazatlàn.
MZT: MST · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mazatlàn, it's 8:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
1,464 mi / 2,355 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 54m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

MZT–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mazatlàn to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance1,464 mi / 2,355 km
Flight time2h 54m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MZT
Full nameGeneral Rafael Buelna International Airport
IATA / ICAOMZT / MMMZ
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Elevation38 ft / 12 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 MZT to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from General Rafael Buelna International Airport to Des Moines International Airport take about 2h 54m gate to gate. The route covers 1,464 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Dallas Fort Worth, Phoenix Sky Harbor and George Bush Intercontinental.
Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of Mazatlàn.
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 MZT to DSM

General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MZT to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MZT to DSM is about 2 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,464 miles (2,355 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, Phoenix Sky Harbor and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.