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How long is the flight from Des Moines to Lincoln?

DSMDes Moines
LNKLincoln
Flight Time
48 min
Distance
270km

168 miles

Departure
13:54
Arrival
14:42
From

DSMDes Moines

Des Moines International Airport

Departure 13:54 · America/Chicago

To

LNKLincoln

Lincoln Airport

Arrival 14:42 · America/Chicago

Route Details

The flight from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines to Lincoln Airport (LNK) in Lincoln covers a distance of approximately 270 kilometers (168 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 48 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Chicago
Arrival Time Zone
America/Chicago

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Lincoln?

A direct flight from Des Moines to Lincoln takes around 48 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Des Moines to Lincoln?

The distance from Des Moines to Lincoln is about 270 kilometers (168 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Des Moines to Lincoln?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 48 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Lincoln to Des Moines.