The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States is 1,311 kilometers (815 miles / 708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 00:54 in Charlotte, it's 23:54 in Des Moines.

The return flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.