DSM
Des Moines
United States
6,520 km
4,051 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
6,520 km
4,051 mi / 3,521 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
44°
northeast

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DSM MAN
Airport Name Des Moines International Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code DSM MAN
ICAO Code KDSM EGCC
City Des Moines Manchester
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 958 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 41.500000, -93.700000 53.350000, -2.270000

Des Moines (DSM) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 6,520 kilometers (4,051 miles / 3,521 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:35 in Des Moines, it's 12:35 in Manchester. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Des Moines (DSM) follows a heading of 299° (west northwest). 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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