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How far is Monclova from Des Moines, IA?

The distance between Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) and Monclova (Monclova International Airport) is 1099 miles / 1768 kilometers / 955 nautical miles.

The driving distance from Des Moines (DSM) to Monclova (LOV) is 1312 miles / 2111 kilometers, and travel time by car is about 23 hours 21 minutes.

Des Moines International Airport – Monclova International Airport

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Distance from Des Moines to Monclova

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

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 1098.517 miles
  • 1767.891 kilometers
  • 954.585 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
  • 1100.333 miles
  • 1770.814 kilometers
  • 956.163 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 Monclova?

The estimated flight time from Des Moines International Airport to Monclova International Airport is 2 hours and 34 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Monclova International Airport (LOV)

On average, flying from Des Moines to Monclova generates about 157 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 157 kilograms equals 345 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 Monclova

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

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 Monclova International Airport
City: Monclova
Country: Mexico Flag of Mexico
IATA Code: LOV
ICAO Code: MMMV
Coordinates: 26°57′20″N, 101°28′12″W