The flight distance from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 860 kilometers (535 miles / 465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east at a heading of 81°.

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. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 07:05 in Des Moines, it's 08:05 in Detroit.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM) follows a heading of 268° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.