ChicagoDes MoinesDirect FlightsMDW–DSM
Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport) to Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport).
Flight time from MDW to DSM is estimated at about 1h 13m, based on the 306-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 2/day across 1 captured airline, with Southwest Airlines appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 10:05 to 22:05 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/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Captured airlines for MDW to DSM
Our current provider sample includes 2/day from MDW to DSM across 1 captured airline.
- First departure
- 10:05
- Last departure
- 22:05
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Captured departures/day
- 6
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 2/day | Boeing 737 · Seat map | 10:0510:1010:15 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
DSM to MDW flights — 2-3/day on 1 airline →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for MDW to DSM, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 14 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 MDW to DSM?
The MDW to DSM flight time is estimated at about 1h 13m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is MDW from DSM?
MDW to DSM is about 306 miles by air.
Which airlines fly from MDW to DSM?
Our current provider sample for MDW to DSM includes Southwest Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from MDW to DSM?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for MDW to DSM include Boeing 737.