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How long is the flight from Des Moines to Rochester, Minnesota?

DSMDes Moines
RSTRochester, Minnesota
Flight Time
49 min
Distance
281km

175 miles

Departure
16:07
Arrival
16:55
From

DSMDes Moines

Des Moines International Airport

Departure 16:07 · America/Chicago

To

RSTRochester, Minnesota

Rochester International Airport

Arrival 16:55 · America/Chicago

Route Details

The flight from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines to Rochester International Airport (RST) in Rochester, Minnesota covers a distance of approximately 281 kilometers (175 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 49 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 Rochester, Minnesota?

A direct flight from Des Moines to Rochester, Minnesota takes around 49 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Des Moines to Rochester, Minnesota?

The distance from Des Moines to Rochester, Minnesota is about 281 kilometers (175 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Des Moines to Rochester, Minnesota?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 49 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 Rochester, Minnesota to Des Moines.