Des MoinesChicagoDirect FlightsDSM–MDW
Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) to Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport).
Flight time from DSM to MDW is estimated at about 1h 13m, based on the 306-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 2-3/day across 1 captured airline, with Southwest Airlines appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 05:10 to 18:34 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Captured freq. | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 13m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 306 mi | 2-3/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Captured airlines for DSM to MDW
Our current provider sample includes 2-3/day from DSM to MDW across 1 captured airline.
- First departure
- 05:10
- Last departure
- 18:34
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Captured departures/day
- 9
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 2-3/day | Boeing 737 · Seat map | 05:1005:2005:55 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
MDW to DSM flights — 2/day on 1 airline →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for DSM to MDW, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 17 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from great-circle distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average. Provider coverage can miss operators on some routes, so confirm live timetables before booking.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from DSM to MDW?
The DSM to MDW flight time is estimated at about 1h 13m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is DSM from MDW?
DSM to MDW is about 306 miles by air.
Which airlines fly from DSM to MDW?
Our current provider sample for DSM to MDW includes Southwest Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from DSM to MDW?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for DSM to MDW include Boeing 737.