Private charter between Dallas-Fort Worth and Des Moines starts at US$11,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) ⇄ Des Moines (DSM) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Dallas-Fort Worth to Des Moines is roughly 1,006 kilometres — 625 miles, or 543 nautical miles.
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Expect US$11,500 – US$33,500 for a one-way charter between Dallas-Fort Worth and Des Moines, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 39m | 1h 29m – 1h 49m | US$24,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 39m | US$24,000 – US$33,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 39m | US$26,500 – US$37,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 35m | US$29,000 – US$40,000 | 8-10 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Dallas-Fort Worth, United States: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport, NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field, Dallas Love Field, Addison Airport and Dallas Executive Airport.
Des Moines, United States: Des Moines International Airport, Ankeny Regional Airport, Ames Municipal Airport, Perry Municipal Airport, Newton Municipal Airport and Pella Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Dallas-Fort Worth: Dallas (ADS, DAL, RBD), Fort Worth (FWH, AFW), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW); Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM), Ankeny (KIKV).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 15:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth → Des Moines | 16 | 88 min | 80 min | Bombardier Challenger (3), Beech Super King Air (3), Cessna Citation Longitude (2), Cessna Citation 10 (2) |
| Des Moines → Dallas-Fort Worth | 18 | 90 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (2), Cessna Citation Latitude (2), Cessna Citation Longitude (2), Gulfstream G650 (2) |
34 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Dallas Fort Worth International Airport | Des Moines International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDFW / DFW | KDSM / DSM |
| Longest hard runway | 13,401 ft | 9,004 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 607 ft | 958 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Dallas-Fort Worth to Des Moines can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has 13,401 ft and Des Moines International Airport 9,004 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,006 km.
Alternates within range: Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (11,125 ft, 28 km) · NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field (11,999 ft, 40 km) · Dallas Love Field (8,800 ft, 19 km) · Addison Airport (7,203 ft, 20 km) · Ankeny Regional Airport (5,500 ft, 19 km) · Ames Municipal Airport (5,701 ft, 51 km) · Perry Municipal Airport (5,500 ft, 53 km) · Newton Municipal Airport (5,600 ft, 55 km)
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
See the guide range — US$11,500 – US$33,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel Dallas-Fort Worth–Des Moines with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Dallas-Fort Worth–Des Moines is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$11,500 – US$33,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 39m gate to gate over 1,006 km (625 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Dallas-Fort Worth–Des Moines departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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