Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM) flights
Nonstop from Philadelphia International to Des Moines International Airport: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
1,560km
969 mi, great circle
Flying time
2h 31m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
2.3
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying PHL to DSM
Route map
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines?
About 2h 31m gate to gate for the 1,560 km (969 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from PHL to DSM?
Allegiant Air and American Airlines, with about 2.3 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).