Distance from DSM to RFD
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Extended route information
The flight distance between airports Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is 386.09 km. This corresponds to an approximate flight time of 0h 57min. Similar flight routes: DSM → ORD , DSM → MSN , DSM → MDW , DSM → MKE , CID → RFD
Bearing: 78.99° (E)The initial bearing on the course from DSM to RFD is 78.99° and the compass direction is E.
Midpoint: 41.88731,-91.39196The geographic midpoint between DSM and RFD is in 192.57 km distance between both points in a bearing of 78.99°. It is located in United States of America, Iowa, Linn County.
Distance: 385.14 kmThe shortest distance (air line) between DSM and RFD is 385.14 km.
Driving route: -- ( - )The shortest route between DSM and RFD is according to the route planner. The driving time is approx. . Half of the trip is reached in .
Time difference: 0hDSM and RFD are both in the same time zone America/Chicago.
How is the distance calculated?
To calculate the distance between DSM and RFD, the place names are converted into coordinates (latitude and longitude). The respective geographic centre is used for cities, regions and countries. To calculate the distance the Haversine formula is applied.