Palm Springs to Des Moines (PSP–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Palm Springs to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,353 mi 2h 50m nonstop +2h ahead 25 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PSP and DSM, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PSP to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
OMA ~4h 4m SNA ~5h 7m DAL ~5h 17m BNA ~5h 28m STL ~5h 46m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
524
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
PSP → DSM
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
92%
Arriving
63%
Return
DSM → PSP
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
Arriving
67%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PSP delays → DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Palm Springs

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric PSP→DSM SNA→DSM
Distance from PSP – 79 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 4
Flight time 2h 50m 3h 16m
Departure OTP 92% –
Santa Ana (SNA) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of PSP with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of Palm Springs.
PSP: PDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Palm Springs, it's 8:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
1,353 mi / 2,177 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 50m.
Facts

PSP–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Palm Springs to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance1,353 mi / 2,177 km
Flight time2h 50m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: PSP
Full namePalm Springs International Airport
IATA / ICAOPSP / KPSP
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr3.2M
Elevation477 ft / 145 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 PSP to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 2h 50m. The route covers 1,353 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PSP to DSM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA, SNA, DAL, BNA, STL, HOU, CLE, YVR, AUS, SRQ, FMY, PBI, LGA, TEB, IAH, DEN, LAX, LAS, PHX, ORD, MSP, DFW, MDW, ATL and CLT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of Palm Springs.
Nearby alternatives include SNA. 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 PSP to DSM

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PSP to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PSP to DSM ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,353 miles (2,177 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Ana (SNA).