Omaha to Des Moines (OMA–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Omaha to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 117 mi 0h 22m nonstop 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between OMA and DSM, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OMA to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
DAL ~3h 50m MKE ~4h 18m CLE ~4h 56m STL ~5h 0m COS ~5h 22m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
576
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
OMA → DSM
77%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
77%
Arriving
72%
Return
DSM → OMA
91%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
91%
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. OMA delays → DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Omaha

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric OMA→DSM MHK→DSM
Distance from OMA – 155 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 0h 22m 0h 45m
Departure OTP 77% –
Manhattan (MHK) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of OMA 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 Omaha.
OMA: CDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Omaha, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
117 mi / 188 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 22m.
Facts

OMA–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Omaha to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance117 mi / 188 km
Flight time0h 22m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: OMA
Full nameEppley Airfield
IATA / ICAOOMA / KOMA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr5.2M
Elevation984 ft / 300 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 OMA to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Eppley Airfield to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 0h 22m. The route covers 117 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from OMA to DSM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, MKE, CLE, STL, COS, HOU, TEB, PSP, BNA, PBI, FLL, LGA, PIE, MSP, MIA, ATL, IAH, DEN, SFB, DFW, ORD, DTW, MDW, CLT, PHX, LAS, MCO, LAX, DCA, AZA, SRQ and PGD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include MHK. 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 OMA to DSM

Eppley Airfield (OMA) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

OMA to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OMA to DSM ranges from 0 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 117 miles (188 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manhattan (MHK).