Rochester to Des Moines (RST–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RST–DSM has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Rochester
| Metric | RST→DSM | MCW→DSM | MSP→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RST | – | 66 mi | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | – | – | 71 |
| Flight time | 0h 57m | 1h 2m | 1h 12m |
Travel Essentials
RST: CDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rochester, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
RST–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RST to DSM
Rochester International Airport (RST) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
RST to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RST to DSM is about 0 hours 57 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 174 miles (280 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mason City (MCW) and Minneapolis (MSP).