Chicago to Des Moines Distance
MDW to DSM · 491 km (305 mi)
Distance
491 km
Distance
305 mi
Est. Flight Time
1h 9m
Direction
W
Route Map
MDW → DSM
MDW → DSM
Save up to 90% on Chicago → Des Moines flights
Instant email & SMS alerts the moment this route drops — book directly with the airline.
✓ Free forever
✓ 2-minute setup
✓ Book direct
Origin Airport
Airport Name
Chicago Midway International Airport
IATA Code
MDW
ICAO Code
KMDW
City
Chicago
Country
United States
United States
Continent
North America
Coordinates
41.785999, -87.752403
Elevation
620 ft (189 m)
Destination Airport
Airport Name
Des Moines International Airport
IATA Code
DSM
ICAO Code
KDSM
City
Des Moines
Country
United States
United States
Continent
North America
Coordinates
41.534027, -93.656719
Elevation
958 ft (292 m)
Route Summary
Distance (km)
491 km
Distance (miles)
305 mi
Bearing
268.7°
Direction
W
Est. Flight Time
1h 9m
Fly for less
Get cheap flight alerts from Chicago to Des Moines
We scan fares daily. You book directly with the airline. Free forever.
Sign Up →