Q: Can I fly back to Des Moines from Chicago?

Returning to Des Moines from Chicago COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Des Moines. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Des Moines.

Question 1

What days are nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Friday, Saturday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Des Moines to Chicago on average per day?

Accepted Answer

12 flight departures from Des Moines to Chicago per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago?

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Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Des Moines to Chicago in about 1h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Chicago is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $170 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $197. United Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Chicago are Frontier ($79), Delta ($94), and United Airlines ($105).

Question 6

Can I fly to Chicago from Des Moines right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions for travel to Chicago within the United States

Most visitors from Des Moines need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Chicago.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Des Moines are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Chicago.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Des Moines are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.

Question 7

Can I fly back to Des Moines from Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Des Moines from Chicago

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Des Moines.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Des Moines.

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Before booking your flight from Des Moines to Chicago check out the most popular airlines for this route: Undisclosed Carrier, American Airlines or CAA.

Question 9

What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to Chicago consider Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Des Moines - Chicago Midway or Des Moines - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

Question 10

What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chicago?

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Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Chicago? While on average our users pay $296, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $43. The most popular route (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $188.

Question 11

What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Chicago?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Des Moines to Chicago on time: Qatar Airways (100%), GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (100%).

Question 12

Can I find flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $170, but on average you can expect to pay $200.

Question 13

Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Des Moines to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chicago is less than $222.

Question 14

Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Chicago for under $300?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago. On average, Des Moines has 25 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

Question 16

Which airlines flying from Des Moines to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Some of the carriers operating flights from Des Moines to Chicago that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Friday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

Question 18

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

To save on the cost of your flight from Des Moines to Chicago, book at least 29 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 59% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $321 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $417.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from Des Moines. Prices for September average $274 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $153. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a September flight can save you 34% on your journey compared to booking in June

Question 20

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM - CHI)?

Accepted Answer

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 75% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Popular in	June	High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Cheapest in	September	Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$195	From Des Moines to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from	$133	One-way flight from Des Moines to Chicago (CHI)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
CAA	Cheapest$78	Average$86	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search CAA flights
Delta	Cheapest$138	Average$347	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$165	Average$269	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	COVID-19 safety	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$197	Average$317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	COVID-19 safety	Search American Airlines flights

17%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
22%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
61%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	21daily flights
Monday	30daily flights
Tuesday	28daily flights
Wednesday	29daily flights
Thursday	29daily flights
Friday	25daily flights
Saturday	14daily flights

Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (CHI)

The best prices from Des Moines to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best DSM to CHI flight in 2022: compare Des Moines to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago?

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago?

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

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM - CHI)?

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Chicago in September, October 2022

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

Which airlines flying from Des Moines to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Can I find flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Chicago for under $300?

What days are nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Des Moines to Chicago on average per day?

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago?

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

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

What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Chicago?

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Chicago?

What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Chicago?

What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chicago?

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