How far is Fresno, CA, from Des Moines, IA?
The distance between Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) and Fresno (Fresno Yosemite International Airport) is 1431 miles / 2304 kilometers / 1244 nautical miles.
The driving distance from Des Moines (DSM) to Fresno (FAT) is 1813 miles / 2918 kilometers, and travel time by car is about 31 hours 45 minutes.
Des Moines International Airport – Fresno Yosemite International Airport
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Distance from Des Moines to Fresno
There are several ways to calculate the distance from Des Moines to Fresno. Here are two standard methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 1431.457 miles
- 2303.706 kilometers
- 1243.902 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.
Haversine formula- 1428.254 miles
- 2298.552 kilometers
- 1241.119 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).
How long does it take to fly from Des Moines to Fresno?
The estimated flight time from Des Moines International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport is 3 hours and 12 minutes.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Fresno?
The time difference between Des Moines and Fresno is 2 hours. Fresno is 2 hours behind Des Moines.
Flight carbon footprint between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
On average, flying from Des Moines to Fresno generates about 175 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 175 kilograms equals 386 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.
Map of flight path and driving directions from Des Moines to Fresno
See the map of the shortest flight path between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT).
Airport information
| Origin | Des Moines International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Des Moines, IA |
| Country: | United States  |
| IATA Code: | DSM |
| ICAO Code: | KDSM |
| Coordinates: | 41°32′2″N, 93°39′47″W |
| Destination | Fresno Yosemite International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Fresno, CA |
| Country: | United States |
| IATA Code: | FAT |
| ICAO Code: | KFAT |
| Coordinates: | 36°46′34″N, 119°43′4″W |