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How far is Kalskag, AK, from Des Moines, IA?

The distance between Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) and Kalskag (Kalskag Airport) is 3020 miles / 4861 kilometers / 2625 nautical miles.

Des Moines International Airport – Kalskag Airport

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3020
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4861
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2625
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Distance from Des Moines to Kalskag

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Des Moines to Kalskag. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 3020.339 miles
  • 4860.765 kilometers
  • 2624.603 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
  • 3012.562 miles
  • 4848.249 kilometers
  • 2617.845 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 Kalskag?

The estimated flight time from Des Moines International Airport to Kalskag Airport is 6 hours and 13 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Kalskag Airport (KLG)

On average, flying from Des Moines to Kalskag generates about 337 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 337 kilograms equals 742 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from Des Moines to Kalskag

See the map of the shortest flight path between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Kalskag Airport (KLG).

Airport information

Origin Des Moines International Airport
City: Des Moines, IA
Country: United States Flag of United States
IATA Code: DSM
ICAO Code: KDSM
Coordinates: 41°32′2″N, 93°39′47″W
Destination Kalskag Airport
City: Kalskag, AK
Country: United States Flag of United States
IATA Code: KLG
ICAO Code: PALG
Coordinates: 61°32′10″N, 160°20′27″W