How far is Norfolk, VA, from Des Moines, IA?
The distance between Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) and Norfolk (Norfolk International Airport) is 988 miles / 1590 kilometers / 859 nautical miles.
The driving distance from Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk (ORF) is 1187 miles / 1910 kilometers, and travel time by car is about 22 hours 16 minutes.
Des Moines International Airport – Norfolk International Airport
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Distance from Des Moines to Norfolk
There are several ways to calculate the distance from Des Moines to Norfolk. Here are two standard methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 988.121 miles
- 1590.227 kilometers
- 858.654 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- 986.115 miles
- 1586.999 kilometers
- 856.911 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 Norfolk?
The estimated flight time from Des Moines International Airport to Norfolk International Airport is 2 hours and 22 minutes.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Norfolk?
The time difference between Des Moines and Norfolk is 1 hour. Norfolk is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.
Flight carbon footprint between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
On average, flying from Des Moines to Norfolk generates about 150 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 150 kilograms equals 331 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 Norfolk
See the map of the shortest flight path between Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Norfolk International Airport (ORF).
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 | Norfolk International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Norfolk, VA |
| Country: | United States |
| IATA Code: | ORF |
| ICAO Code: | KORF |
| Coordinates: | 36°53′40″N, 76°12′4″W |