Philadelphia to Des Moines (PHL–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–DSM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Allegiant Air lead the route. The flight covers 970 miles in approximately 2h 44m. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 15 | CR9, E75 | 3h-3h06 | Oneworld | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 3 | 320 | 2h44 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→DSM | ACY→DSM | LNS→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 46 mi | 58 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 44m | 2h 56m | 2h 17m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
PHL–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to DSM
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Allegiant Air. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PHL to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to DSM ranges from 2 hours 44 minutes to 3 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 970 miles (1,560 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via YIP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Atlantic City (ACY), Lancaster (LNS) and Newark (EWR).