Telluride to Des Moines (TEX–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Telluride to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
795 mi 1h 50m nonstop +1h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between TEX and DSM, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TEX to DSM.
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One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
60
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
TEX → DSM
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
Return
DSM → TEX
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DSM delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Telluride, it's 7:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
795 mi / 1,280 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 50m.

TEX–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Telluride to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance795 mi / 1,280 km
Flight time1h 50m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: TEX
IATA / ICAOTEX / KTEX
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation9,070 ft / 2,765 m
Destination: DSM
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TEX to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Telluride Regional Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 1h 50m. The route covers 795 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OMA, COS, DAL, MSP, MDW, HOU, LAS, AUS, DFW, SNA, PIT, LAX, CLT, MIA and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Telluride.
Yes, return flights from DSM to TEX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 TEX to DSM

Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

TEX to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from TEX to DSM ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 795 miles (1,280 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OMA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.