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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (CHI) from $129

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 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — CHI
May 1 — May 81
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The best prices from Des Moines to Chicago are usually found in August or May, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (CHI). 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 April 26, 2024.

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August

Round-trip from

$222

One-way from

$180
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago?

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.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Des Moines to Chicago, book at least 59 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 113% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $223 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $344.

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

August is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from Des Moines. Prices for August average $244 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $148. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a August flight can save you 24% on your journey compared to booking in June

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

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Chicago. 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Des Moines to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/18:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$289
Sun 6/26:02 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/98:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$333
Sat 5/113:36 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/28:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$352
Sat 5/46:03 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/71:33 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$415
Fri 5/1012:14 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/138:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$419
Sat 6/226:11 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/248:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$430
Sat 5/45:58 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/88:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$435
Sat 5/45:58 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/85:15 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$443
Sun 6/26:02 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/58:30 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$463

Cheap Delta flights from Des Moines to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Des Moines and Chicago. 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from Des Moines to Chicago. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 8/86:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Sun 8/186:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/25$308
Tue 8/206:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Tue 9/310:35 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/24$313
Thu 6/206:32 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Fri 6/2810:15 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/25$407
Sun 5/128:50 amDSM - ORD
1 stop22h 55mDelta
Sun 6/26:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/25$420
Wed 6/512:04 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Sat 6/87:10 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/25$423
Sat 5/44:30 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Wed 5/86:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/25$434
Fri 5/105:40 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Sun 5/125:44 pmORD - DSM
1 stop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/24$438
Mon 5/205:09 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Fri 5/316:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/25$452
Sat 5/412:22 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Wed 5/82:15 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/24$466

Cheap Des Moines to Chicago flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Chicago specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Chicago in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/294:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop18h 54mFrontier
Tue 6/42:45 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop24h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$258
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/18:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$289
Fri 5/319:34 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop23h 32mFrontier
Mon 6/35:01 amMDW - DSM
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$306
Fri 5/249:34 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop23h 32mFrontier
Fri 5/315:01 amMDW - DSM
1 stop15h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$339
Sat 5/113:36 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/28:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$352
Fri 5/312:54 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop18h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/112:51 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$353
Sun 5/1911:37 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop18h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$367
Fri 5/246:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Fri 5/3111:45 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/26$403
Mon 5/2011:37 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/209:32 pmORD - DSM
1 stop23h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$405

Des Moines to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Chicago in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 9/149:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Thu 10/36:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$238
Wed 5/294:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop18h 54mFrontier
Tue 6/42:45 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop24h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$258
Thu 9/129:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Sun 9/156:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$276
Sun 6/26:30 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 6/54:20 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/25$286
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/18:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$289
Wed 6/54:22 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop18h 47mFrontier
Sat 6/810:26 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$297
Fri 10/49:21 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 31mFrontier
Sun 10/66:00 amMDW - DSM
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$300
Sun 6/26:30 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 6/54:05 pmMDW - DSM
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/25$301
Sat 12/143:00 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/1512:45 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$303

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Des Moines

Discover non-stop flight options from Des Moines to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from Des Moines to Chicago in the near future. Users can also choose from other Des Moines to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/18:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$289
Sun 6/28:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/59:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$330
Sun 7/215:48 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/248:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$333
Fri 7/193:25 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/2212:55 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$349
Sat 5/113:36 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/28:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$352
Fri 7/195:48 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/219:59 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$377
Tue 6/118:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/158:20 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$387
Fri 6/1411:30 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/168:20 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$393
Fri 6/148:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/168:20 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$395

Des Moines to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Des Moines to Chicago 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Des Moines to Chicago. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sun 5/511:37 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/189:05 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$408
Sat 5/46:03 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/71:33 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$415
Sat 5/44:30 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Wed 5/86:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/25$434
Sat 5/45:58 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/88:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$435
Sun 5/58:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/185:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop18h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$439
Sat 5/45:58 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/85:15 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$443
Mon 5/66:37 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/74:10 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$460
Sat 5/412:22 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Wed 5/82:15 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/24$466
Fri 5/38:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/59:05 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$467

One-way flights to Chicago from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Chicago. 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Des Moines to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Des Moines to Chicago can use the search form above.
Thu 6/272:29 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$129
Thu 6/132:29 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$134
Thu 6/272:29 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$135
Sat 5/259:48 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop23h 27mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$139
Sat 5/259:48 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$140
Thu 6/275:54 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$145
Sun 9/89:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop14h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$169
Fri 5/179:34 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$170
Wed 8/289:15 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop23h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$170

Find flights from Des Moines to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Chicago 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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$238 - $330

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Price

Des MoinesChicago Midway

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Sat 9/14

1 stop14h 37m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/3

1 stop14h 15m

$238

Des MoinesChicago Midway

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Wed 5/29

1 stop18h 54m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/4

1 stop24h 37m

$258

Des MoinesChicago Midway

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Thu 9/12

1 stop14h 37m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/15

1 stop14h 15m

$276

Des MoinesChicago Midway

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Sun 6/2

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/5

1 stop7h 55m

$286

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 5/31

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 25m

$289

Des MoinesChicago Midway

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Sun 6/2

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/5

2 stops8h 10m

$301

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Thu 8/8

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/18

1 stop5h 30m

$308

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 8/20

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/3

1 stop6h 13m

$313

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 6/2

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

Nonstop1h 24m

$330

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When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Chicago flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Chicago is currently $148 while a round-trip flight costs $289. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $356). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$273

May

$282

June

$356

July

$336

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated April 26, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I was traveling with a companion that utilizes a scooter to get around. We have flown together many times and used other airlines. Southwest by far is the most accommodating airline in the fleet your staff Makes the accessibility easy and convenient for for this type of travel. We would personally like to think the flight teams of our two flights for being very accommodating and helpful throughout our trip.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I was traveling with a companion that utilizes a scooter to get around. We have flown together many times and used other airlines. Southwest by far is the most accommodating airline in the fleet your staff Makes the accessibility easy and convenient for for this type of travel. We would personally like to think the flight teams of our two flights for being very accommodating and helpful throughout our trip.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I was traveling with a companion that utilizes a scooter to get around. We have flown together many times and used other airlines. Southwest by far is the most accommodating airline in the fleet your staff Makes the accessibility easy and convenient for for this type of travel. We would personally like to think the flight teams of our two flights for being very accommodating and helpful throughout our trip.

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,981 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I was traveling with a companion that utilizes a scooter to get around. We have flown together many times and used other airlines. Southwest by far is the most accommodating airline in the fleet your staff Makes the accessibility easy and convenient for for this type of travel. We would personally like to think the flight teams of our two flights for being very accommodating and helpful throughout our trip.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I was traveling with a companion that utilizes a scooter to get around. We have flown together many times and used other airlines. Southwest by far is the most accommodating airline in the fleet your staff Makes the accessibility easy and convenient for for this type of travel. We would personally like to think the flight teams of our two flights for being very accommodating and helpful throughout our trip.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,889 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,173 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I was traveling with a companion that utilizes a scooter to get around. We have flown together many times and used other airlines. Southwest by far is the most accommodating airline in the fleet your staff Makes the accessibility easy and convenient for for this type of travel. We would personally like to think the flight teams of our two flights for being very accommodating and helpful throughout our trip.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago. On average, Des Moines has 26 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $238, but on average you can expect to pay $308.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 19 direct flights from Des Moines to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chicago is less than $414.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Chicago for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

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

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

    30 flight departures from Des Moines to Chicago per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 60% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 27% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 13% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago?

    Airlines like Frontier, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Chicago in about 1h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Chicago is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $238 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $286 and $289 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 2% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Chicago are Frontier ($129), American Airlines ($145), and Delta ($189).

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

    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.

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

    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: Scandinavian Airlines (99%), Lufthansa (99%), Emirates (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,016, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $125. The most popular route (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $298.

  • What does DSM to ORD mean?

    DSM and ORD 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. DSM to ORD refers to a flight route from Des Moines Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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

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

    The Des Moines to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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