Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines

1 airline flys nonstop from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Des Moines International (DSM). It's 1,125 miles (1,810 km), about 3h 1m in the air. Operated by Allegiant Air.

PIE
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Petersburg, USA
DSM
Des Moines International
🇺🇸 Des Moines, USA
Flight Time
3h 1m
Distance
1,125 mi
1,810 km
CO₂/pax
190 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Allegiant Air
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Allegiant Air Allegiant Air

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Allegiant Air G4 Allegiant Air
Route
PIE → DSM
Flight Time
3h 1m
Distance
1,125 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines with one stop · direct emits 190 kg CO₂ per passenger

PIE BNA (Nashville) DSM
Leg 1: 1h 55m (612 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (529 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIE → BNA
1h 55m · 612 mi
View PIE to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DSM
1h 40m · 529 mi
View BNA to DSM flights →
PIE MSP (Minneapolis) DSM
Leg 1: 3h 33m (1,306 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (232 mi) Total: ~4h 47m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIE → MSP
3h 33m · 1,306 mi
View PIE to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → DSM
1h 14m · 232 mi
View MSP to DSM flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines?

A nonstop flight from Saint Petersburg (PIE) to Des Moines (DSM) takes approximately 3 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 1,125 miles (1,810 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines?

Just Allegiant Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines?

Yes. 1 airline: Allegiant Air.

How far is Saint Petersburg from Des Moines?

The flight distance from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines is 1,125 miles (1,810 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines?

At 3h 1m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines?

Roughly 190 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 950 km.

Is the return flight from Des Moines to Saint Petersburg also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Saint Petersburg to Des Moines?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.