Detroit to Des Moines (YIP–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
523 mi 1h 14m nonstop -1h behind 28 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YIP and DSM, connecting options are available through 28 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YIP to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
89
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 Detroit

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric YIP→DSM DTW→DSM CLE→DSM
Distance from YIP – 9 mi 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 1
Weekly flights 0 71 –
Flight time 1h 14m 1h 51m 1h 28m
Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines flights · Cleveland (CLE) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of YIP 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 behind Detroit.
YIP: EDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
523 mi / 841 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 14m.
Facts

YIP–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance523 mi / 841 km
Flight time1h 14m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: YIP
Full nameWillow Run Airport
IATA / ICAOYIP / KYIP
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation716 ft / 218 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 YIP to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Willow Run Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 1h 14m. The route covers 523 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PTK, MKE, CVG, MDW, CLE, OMA, MSP, YYZ, PIT, IAD, DAL, MEM, RDU, CLT, APA, PHL, BOS, BWI, AUS, SRQ, PIE, RSW, FLL, DFW, PHX, MIA, LAS and SNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Detroit.
Nearby alternatives include DTW and CLE. 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 YIP to DSM

Willow Run Airport (YIP) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YIP to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YIP to DSM ranges from 1 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 523 miles (841 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PTK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Detroit (DTW) and Cleveland (CLE).