Direct flights from Des Moines to Detroit

  • Usually $439 round trip
  • Several times daily
  • Delta Air Lines

Flying in December rather than October typically saves $70 on this route ($419 against $489).

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Nonstop departures observed in recent fares

Across 16 recent dates we priced, Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) showed up to 2 nonstop departures a day, with the earliest around 6:00 AM and the latest around 5:50 PM, operated by Delta.

6:00 AM 6:13 AM 6:15 AM 6:20 AM 6:24 AM 10:22 AM 12:33 PM 5:50 PM

Departure times seen while pricing this route over the last few weeks — a sample, not the full timetable. Airlines adjust schedules seasonally.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Des Moines to Detroit?

Yes. Delta Air Lines flies nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW), several times daily. The flight takes about 1h 36m and covers 532 miles (856 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $439. Fares last checked 5 October 2026.

Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines to Detroit?

Delta Air Lines operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to Detroit.

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Detroit?

The nonstop flight from Des Moines to Detroit takes ~1h 36m (approximately 856 km).

How often do direct flights operate from Des Moines to Detroit?

Nonstop flights from Des Moines to Detroit operate several times daily.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Detroit?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) start at $419, with a typical fare around $439. Based on 20 recent fare combinations.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Detroit?

Across the 4 departure months we currently track, December 2026 is the cheapest month to fly round trip from Des Moines to Detroit, with typical fares around $419 — versus about $489 in October 2026, the most expensive.