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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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORD
Jul 11 — Jul 181
Sat 7/11
Sat 7/18
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/296:55 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3012:50 pm
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 10/1410:55 am
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Wed 10/286:00 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/46:00 am
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 8/88:42 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 10/176:07 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 43m
American Airlines
Wed 10/286:40 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Wed 8/265:56 pm
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop3h 51m
Delta
Sat 8/296:00 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 10/176:20 am
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 08m
Delta
Wed 10/281:35 pm
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop7h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 9/2310:35 am
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 44m
American Airlines
Fri 9/256:59 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sat 8/221:10 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 8/2412:50 pm
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 9/277:58 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 9/296:59 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sat 8/2210:59 am
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Mon 8/241:59 pm
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 9/2310:23 am
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Fri 9/256:15 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop4h 02m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 10/177:00 am
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 42m
Delta
Mon 10/266:00 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$275

Find 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 June 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(Expedia)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$347

Good round-trip deal

$443 or less

Good one-way deal

$295 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 9/27

10:57 am-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

2:00 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$289

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 8/29

10:59 am-5:41 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

1:59 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$312

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 7/7

10:25 am-4:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

3:55 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$319

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 7/24

3:24 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

9:29 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$329

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 7/17

6:50 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/19

7:45 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$329
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 9/13

6:29 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

8:00 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$329

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 10/23

6:20 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

1:35 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$334

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Thu 9/3

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

8:28 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$349

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

10:54 am-3:05 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

12:27 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$387

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Thu 7/16

5:52 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/20

6:30 am-10:13 am

1 stop3h 43m

$423

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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 18 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $224). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 June 11, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 47% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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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 June 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,805 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,805 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,805 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,805 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare Intl should be relatively easy as there are 40 daily outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in just under 1h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 298 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with prices starting at $148. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $189 round trip. American Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Republic Airways (87%), Envoy Air (85%) or Qatar Airways (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $941, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $202. The most popular route (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $232.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $224). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2026.
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American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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