Toronto to Des Moines (YYZ–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Toronto to Des Moines
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
728 mi 1h 50m nonstop -1h behind 56 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YYZ and DSM, connecting options are available through 56 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YYZ to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
56
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,637
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Toronto.
YYZ: EDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
728 mi / 1,171 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YYZ

The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.

Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.

Facts

YYZ–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Toronto to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance728 mi / 1,171 km
Flight time1h 50m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections56 hubs
Origin: YYZ
Full nameToronto Pearson International Airport
IATA / ICAOYYZ / CYYZ
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr46.8M
Elevation569 ft / 173 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 YYZ to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 1h 50m. The route covers 728 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YIP, PTK, DPA, RST, OMA, CLE, MKE, CVG, DAL, MEM, STL, TEB, MDW, PIT, IAD, OXC, RDU, BWI, HOU, ACY, APA, MCO, SCF, PBI, PIE, SFB, APF, SRQ, MSY, NAS, MZT, GCM, AUS, YVR, PSP, SJO, ATL, LGA, PHL, MSP, BNA, ORD, DTW, CLT, MIA, IAH, EWR, PHX, DCA, DEN, DFW, LAS, FLL, BOS, LAX and RSW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Toronto.
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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 YYZ to DSM

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YYZ to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YYZ to DSM ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 728 miles (1,171 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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