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

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

175 miles

Departure
07:08
Arrival
07:57
From

RSTRochester, Minnesota

Rochester International Airport

Departure 07:08 · America/Chicago

To

DSMDes Moines

Des Moines International Airport

Arrival 07:57 · America/Chicago

Route Details

The flight from Rochester International Airport (RST) in Rochester, Minnesota to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines 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 Rochester, Minnesota to Des Moines?

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

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

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

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

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 Des Moines to Rochester, Minnesota.