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Cheap flights from Midway (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM) from $129

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Cheap flight deals from Midway to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Midway (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

Round-trip from

$323

One-way from

$258
From Chicago Midway to Des Moines
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 26 days in advance to save up to 112% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 26 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $224, or $414 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Des Moines. Flights to Des Moines from Chicago Midway Airport in September are about $291 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $141.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MDW to DSM?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines as you normally would.

Cheap Frontier flights from Midway to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Midway and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Frontier flights we've detected traveling from Chicago to Des Moines. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Mon 7/19:16 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop15h 53mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$296
Wed 8/146:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Sat 8/179:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$318
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 6/302:24 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop21h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$326
Wed 8/286:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Sun 9/19:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$357
Fri 6/215:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 6/237:32 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop15h 38mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$402
Thu 6/205:01 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 32mFrontier
Fri 6/213:27 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop20h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$435
Thu 6/1310:41 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop15h 43mFrontier
Sat 6/159:21 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$526
Mon 6/105:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Sun 6/237:32 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop15h 38mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$576
Mon 6/105:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Thu 6/132:24 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$676

Cheap Southwest flights from Midway to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Southwest for the route between Midway and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Southwest flights traveling from Chicago to Des Moines. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 6/209:00 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop2h 50mSouthwest
Fri 6/286:40 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$306
Thu 6/204:40 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Fri 6/286:40 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$311
Thu 6/206:05 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/284:10 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$316
Thu 6/206:05 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/284:10 pmDSM - MDW
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$321

Cheap Midway to Des Moines flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Midway to Des Moines specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to Des Moines in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Mon 7/19:16 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop15h 53mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$296
Thu 6/209:00 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop2h 50mSouthwest
Fri 6/286:40 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$306
Thu 6/204:40 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Fri 6/286:40 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$311
Thu 6/206:05 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/284:10 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$316
Thu 6/206:05 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/284:10 pmDSM - MDW
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$321
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 6/302:24 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop21h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$326
Fri 6/215:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 6/237:32 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop15h 38mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$402
Fri 6/282:14 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops19h 52mAllegiant Air
Mon 7/17:20 amDSM - MDW
2 stops12h 58mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/29$425
Tue 6/252:24 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Tue 7/27:00 amDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 5/29$431

Midway to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Midway and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to Des Moines in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Mon 7/19:16 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop15h 53mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$296
Thu 6/209:00 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop2h 50mSouthwest
Fri 6/286:40 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$306
Sat 11/235:00 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Sat 11/3012:20 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/29$308
Thu 6/204:40 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Fri 6/286:40 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$311
Thu 6/206:05 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/284:10 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$316
Wed 8/146:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Sat 8/179:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$318
Thu 6/206:05 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/284:10 pmDSM - MDW
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$321
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 6/302:24 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop21h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$326
Wed 8/286:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Sun 9/19:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$357

Midway to Des Moines flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Midway to Des Moines for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Chicago to Des Moines. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Sat 6/85:40 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Sun 6/92:24 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop21h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$819
Thu 6/62:15 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Sat 6/87:00 amDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/30$868

One-way flights to Des Moines from Midway

Search for one-way flight options from Midway to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Chicago to Des Moines. Users needing a return flight from Chicago to Des Moines should utilize the search form above.
Wed 10/26:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$129
Mon 6/245:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$139
Fri 6/287:05 amMDW - DSM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$153
Wed 7/31:24 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/29$154
Fri 6/281:45 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$158
Fri 6/2812:40 pmMDW - DSM
3 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 5/28$163
Fri 6/285:55 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$169
Fri 7/56:15 amMDW - DSM
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$177
Fri 7/54:06 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops21h 14mFrontier
Deal found 5/29$188

Find flights from Midway to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Midway to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/28

1 stop8h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

1 stop15h 53m

$296

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/20

1 stop2h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 6/28

1 stop5h 15m

$306

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/23

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 11/30

1 stop5h 45m

$308

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/20

2 stops7h 10m

Des Moines

Fri 6/28

1 stop5h 15m

$311

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/20

3 stops16h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 6/28

1 stop7h 40m

$316

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/14

1 stop14h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 8/17

1 stop14h 37m

$318

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/3

1 stop6h 38m

Des Moines

Fri 7/5

1 stop4h 28m

$358

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/28

2 stops19h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops12h 58m

$425

Chicago MidwayDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/28

2 stops19h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

3 stops24h 42m

$589

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Deals found on 5/29

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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

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DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,866 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Frontier
6.3
Okay
4,016 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,956 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Midway to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Chicago Midway?

    For a flight from Chicago Midway to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago Midway per day. 0 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Chicago Midway on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $296, but on average you can expect to pay $383.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines for under $900?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines round-trip from $296. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $306, and Delta, from $308.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $129 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $153 and Delta from $154 one-way.

  • What does MDW to DSM mean?

    MDW and DSM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. MDW to DSM refers to a flight route from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Midway to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Midway to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Midway to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Midway to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Midway to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Midway to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Midway to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Midway to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Midway to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Midway to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Midway to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Midway to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Midway to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Midway to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/29.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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