Direct flights from Des Moines to Detroit
21 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from DSM to DTW.
Flight time: about 1h19m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Des Moines local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta EDV5414 | 6:03a | 1h14m | Wed, Thu, Sat |
| Delta EDV5414 | 6:08a | 1h21m | Mon, Tue, Fri |
| Delta EDV5414 | 9:19a | 1h18m | Sun |
| Delta EDV5048 | 10:30a | 1h23m | Mon–Tue |
| Delta EDV5048 | 10:35a | 1h18m | Thu, Fri, Sun |
| Delta EDV5048 | 11:12a | 1h21m | Wed |
| Delta EDV5048 | 1:43p | 1h26m | Sat |
| Delta EDV5305 | 5:33p | 1h20m | Mon, Fri |
| Delta EDV5305 | 5:40p | 1h16m | Wed–Thu |
| Delta EDV5305 | 5:45p | 1h17m | Tue, Sat, Sun |
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Nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) has 21 nonstop flights a week to Detroit (DTW), operated by Delta. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of DSM and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Detroit?
The nonstop flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) takes about 1h19m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Detroit?
Driving from Des Moines to Detroit takes about 8h 49m, covering roughly 599 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h19m.