Direct flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach
3 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from DSM to VPS.
Flight time: about 1h55m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant AAY438 | 10:22a | 1h55m | Wed |
| Allegiant AAY2101 | 2:28p | 1h52m | Sat |
| Allegiant AAY2101 | 6:01p | 2h38m | Sat |
AllegiantThe route
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Nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS)
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) has 3 nonstop flights a week to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS), operated by Allegiant. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of DSM and you're there.
This route flies on Wednesday and Saturday — check the schedule grid above before you pick a travel day. 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 Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach?
The nonstop flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) takes about 1h55m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach?
Driving from Des Moines to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach takes about 16h 32m behind the wheel — roughly 1,092 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 1h55m.