Airport Comparison
| DFW | DSM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport | Des Moines International Airport |
| IATA Code | DFW | DSM |
| ICAO Code | KDFW | KDSM |
| City | Dallas-Fort Worth | Des Moines |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 606 ft | 958 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.900000, -97.040000 | 41.500000, -93.700000 |
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Des Moines (DSM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States is 1,001 kilometers (622 miles / 540 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 01:29 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 01:29 in Des Moines.
The return flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.