Cheap flights from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM - CHI)
The best prices from Des Moines to Chicago are usually found in July or April, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday
How to find the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Chicago
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.
DSM - CHI | Price | $176 - $290 |
CHI | Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI | Precipitation | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
Popular in
January
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Cheapest in
July
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Round-trip from
$176
From Des Moines to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from
$136
One-way flight from Des Moines to Chicago (CHI)
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago?
It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Thursday, 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 46 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 29% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $250 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $313.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
July is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from Des Moines. Prices for July average $231 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $106. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a July flight can save you 25% on your journey compared to booking in July
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 12% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
Cheap flights from Des Moines to Chicago in January, February 2022
The best prices found for DSM to CHI flights for January, February
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Des Moines to Chicago 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Des Moines found for this year
Des Moines
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Des Moines
Save time with Des Moines to Chicago direct flight deals
Des Moines
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1h 33mChicago O'Hare Intl
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1h 24mUnited Airlines
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1h 32mChicago O'Hare Intl
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Last minute flights from Des Moines to Chicago
Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Des Moines, departing today and this week
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25h 57mChicago O'Hare Intl
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One-way flights to Chicago All airports from Des Moines
The cheapest one-way flights from Des Moines to Chicago
Des Moines
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1h 33mUnited Airlines
Des Moines
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1h 32mUnited Airlines
Des Moines
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6h 26mFrontier
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Des Moines to Chicago flights.
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 22 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.
Which airlines flying from Des Moines to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of the carriers operating flights from Des Moines to Chicago that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
Can I find flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $101, but on average you can expect to pay $185.
Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Des Moines to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chicago is less than $212.
Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Chicago for under $300?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.
What days are nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Chicago?
You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from Des Moines to Chicago on average per day?
28 flight departures from Des Moines to Chicago per day on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 18% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 43% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 39% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago?
Airlines like United Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Chicago in about 1h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 25m. 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 United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $101 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and American Airlines, starting at $174 and $198 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 56% 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 United Airlines ($39), Frontier ($86), and Delta ($108).
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 popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
Before booking your flight from Des Moines to Chicago check out the most popular airlines for this route: Major Airline, American Airlines or Delta.
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: Air Wisconsin (93%), Mesa Airlines (88%), SAS (88%).
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 $160, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $48. The most popular route (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $173.
Other flights from Des Moines
Can I fly to Chicago from Des Moines right now?
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 must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Chicago.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Des Moines are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.
Can I fly back to Des Moines from Chicago?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Des Moines.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Des Moines.
Alternative routes for Des Moines to Chicago
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Des Moines to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Des Moines to Chicago
| 8%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
|---|---|
| 51%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 41%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Des Moines to Chicago
| Sunday | 30daily flights |
|---|---|
| Monday | 22daily flights |
| Tuesday | 18daily flights |
| Wednesday | 17daily flights |
| Thursday | 23daily flights |
| Friday | 30daily flights |
| Saturday | 18daily flights |