Rifle to Des Moines (RIL–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rifle to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
751 mi 1h 28m nonstop +1h ahead 30 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RIL and DSM, connecting options are available through 30 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RIL to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
38
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Rifle

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric RIL→DSM TEX→DSM
Distance from RIL – 109 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 –
Flight time 1h 28m 1h 50m
Telluride (TEX) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of RIL with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
RIL: MDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rifle, it's 7:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
751 mi / 1,208 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 28m.
Facts

RIL–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rifle to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance751 mi / 1,208 km
Flight time1h 28m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: RIL
Full nameGarfield County Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORIL / KRIL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,548 ft / 1,691 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 RIL to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Garfield County Regional Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 1h 28m. The route covers 751 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, OMA, STL, DEN, BNA, MSP, MDW, SCF, HOU, ORD, PHX, PSP, IAH, YYZ, PIT, AUS, SNA, DFW, ATL, LAX, CLT, NAS, MSY, SRQ, PHL, BOS, PBI, FLL, MIA and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
Yes, return flights from DSM to RIL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TEX. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 RIL to DSM

Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RIL to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RIL to DSM ranges from 1 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 751 miles (1,208 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 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 Telluride (TEX).