Direct flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia
16 nonstop flights a week on 2 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from DSM to PHL.
Flight time: about 1h58m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| American JIA5479 | 5:47a | 1h59m | Tue |
| American JIA5075 | 6:01a | 1h55m | Thu–Sat |
| American JIA5075 | 6:11a | 1h58m | Mon, Sun |
| American JIA5075 | 8:43a | 2h7m | Wed |
| American JIA5479 | 1:13p | 1h53m | Wed, Thu, Sat |
| American JIA5479 | 1:19p | 1h54m | Mon, Fri |
| American JIA5225 | 1:21p | 1h57m | Tue |
| Allegiant AAY472 | 2:04p | 2h6m | Sun |
| American JIA5479 | 2:17p | 1h52m | Sun |
| Allegiant AAY472 | 2:35p | 2h7m | Thu |
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Nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) has 16 nonstop flights a week to Philadelphia (PHL), operated by American and Allegiant. 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 September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia?
The nonstop flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes about 1h58m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Philadelphia?
Driving from Des Moines to Philadelphia takes about 16h 5m behind the wheel — roughly 1,076 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 1h58m.