DSM
Des Moines
United States
8,726 km
5,422 miles
OTP
Bucharest
Romania
Distance
8,726 km
5,422 mi / 4,711 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
39°
northeast

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DSM OTP
Airport Name Des Moines International Airport Henri Coanda International Airport
IATA Code DSM OTP
ICAO Code KDSM LROP
City Des Moines Bucharest
Country United States Romania
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Bucharest
Elevation 958 ft 314 ft
Coordinates 41.500000, -93.700000 44.570000, 26.100000

Des Moines (DSM) to Bucharest (OTP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States to Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest, Romania is 8,726 kilometers (5,422 miles / 4,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Romania. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:00 in Des Moines, it's 21:00 in Bucharest. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Bucharest (OTP) to Des Moines (DSM) follows a heading of 318° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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