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$105+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORD
may. 4 — may. 111
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 abril 29, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $189 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $105 (Southwest) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $343 |
Good round-trip deal | $422 or less |
Good one-way deal | $207 or less |
Find flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl
Cheapest flights from Des Moines to O'Hare IntlExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/175:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/210:25 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28![American Airlines logo]()
$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/221:07 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 38mDelta
lun. 5/266:24 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/166:25 amDSM - ORD
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
jue. 6/194:00 pmORD - DSM
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/1011:26 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/149:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28![United Airlines logo]()
$224
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/265:25 pmDSM - ORD
2 stops26h 38mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/27:47 amORD - DSM
1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$252
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Return
Price
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
jue. 7/17
5:00 am-6:27 am
Nonstop1h 27m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
sáb. 8/2
10:25 pm-11:44 pm
Nonstop1h 19m
$189
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
jue. 5/22
1:07 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop6h 13m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
dom. 5/25
6:24 am-11:20 am
1 stop4h 56m
$209
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
lun. 6/16
6:25 am-2:00 pm
1 stop7h 35m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
jue. 6/19
4:00 pm-11:50 pm
2 stops7h 50m
$214
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
sáb. 5/10
11:26 am-1:02 pm
Nonstop1h 36m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mié. 5/14
9:00 am-10:30 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$224
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
lun. 5/26
5:25 pm-8:03 pm
2 stops26h 38m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 6/2
7:47 am-6:31 pm
1 stop10h 44m
$252
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
lun. 6/16
6:25 am-2:00 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$105
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
dom. 5/25
7:01 am-11:47 am
1 stop4h 46m
$132
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
lun. 5/12
2:28 pm-8:50 am
1 stop18h 22m
$138
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
jue. 5/22
2:20 pm-3:49 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
$214
Des MoinesChicago
DSM - ORD
DSMORD
Des Moines
mar. 6/17
3:01 pm-11:21 am
2 stops20h 20m
$280
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to ORD?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.
The most flights from DSM to ORD are scheduled on a Friday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).
Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month
Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.
Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month
Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated abril 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGina,Apr 2025
LAS - DEN
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGina,Apr 2025
LAS - DEN
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGina,Apr 2025
LAS - DEN
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGina,Apr 2025
LAS - DEN
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.6
Crew
8.6
Food
7.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentGina,Apr 2025
LAS - DEN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$186 | Average$289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$189 | Average$291 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |