Phoenix to Des Moines (PHX–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHX–DSM is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,148 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 62 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 43 | 319, 320, E75 | 2h49-2h56 | Oneworld | AS | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 5 | 737, 7M8, 7S7 | 2h40 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Phoenix
| Metric | PHX→DSM | AZA→DSM |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHX | – | 22 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 55 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 41m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
PHX: MST · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 8:00 PM in Des Moines.
Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.
PHX–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHX to DSM
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Frontier and Southwest Airlines. With 55 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHX to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHX to DSM ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,148 miles (1,847 km). There are approximately 55 weekly flights outbound and 69 return, totaling 124 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
62 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mesa (AZA).