Rochester to Des Moines (RST–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rochester to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 174 mi 0h 39m nonstop 10 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RST and DSM, connecting options are available through 10 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RST to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
MDW ~3h 41m DAL ~4h 40m ATL ~5h 53m RSW ~7h 8m SRQ ~7h 10m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
45
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
RST → DSM
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
DSM → RST
51%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
51%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from Rochester

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric RST→DSM MSP→DSM
Distance from RST – 76 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4
Weekly flights 1 36
Flight time 0h 39m 0h 37m
Minneapolis (MSP) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of RST with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Des Moines is 0 hours the same as Rochester.
RST: CDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rochester, it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
174 mi / 280 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 39m.
Facts

RST–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rochester to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance174 mi / 280 km
Flight time0h 39m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: RST
Full nameRochester International Airport
IATA / ICAORST / KRST
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation1,317 ft / 401 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 RST to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Rochester International Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 0h 39m. The route covers 174 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RST to DSM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, DAL, ATL, RSW, SRQ, LAS, PBI, PGD, MSP and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include MSP. 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 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 ranges from 0 hours 39 minutes. The route covers a distance of 174 miles (280 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP).