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$98+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Des Moines (DSM)

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DSM
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:00 am
ORD
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DSM
1 stop13h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/101:58 pm
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop22h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/158:30 am
STL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 8/228:00 am
DSM
-
STL
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 8/155:45 am
STL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Sat 8/225:30 am
DSM
-
STL
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 8/186:20 am
STL
-
DSM
1 stop3h 58m
Delta
Tue 8/2510:59 am
DSM
-
STL
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/19$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/198:26 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 8/267:49 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/511:54 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 31m
American Airlines
Sun 9/66:10 am
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 8/1110:30 am
MDW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Thu 8/135:40 am
DSM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/66:00 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop13h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/101:58 pm
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop22h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 8/183:05 pm
STL
-
DSM
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Tue 8/256:10 am
DSM
-
STL
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:00 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop13h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/301:55 pm
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop17h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 8/1810:30 am
MDW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Tue 8/257:15 am
DSM
-
MDW
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/137:05 am
ORD
-
DSM
2 stops16h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1712:37 pm
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop27h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$254

Find flight deals from Illinois to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated July 23, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$211
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$459

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Des Moines 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 July 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Des Moines that are best for you.

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ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/20

12:50 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

Sat 10/24

11:27 am-1:06 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$237

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

9:00 am-10:26 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Des Moines

Sat 9/12

11:32 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$237

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/19

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 8/20

5:40 am-3:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$245

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/18

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

6:10 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$245

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/11

10:30 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

2:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$247

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/20

1:05 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Des Moines

Sat 10/24

7:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$262

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/4

7:25 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 9/7

3:20 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$282

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/5

4:57 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops28h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 8/12

2:19 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$284

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/15

8:30 am-7:25 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$286

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/20

5:10 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 10/24

3:11 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines (average of $242). Flying from Illinois to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 IL to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 23, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Des Moines at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Des Moines. 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 July 23, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Des Moines?

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Illinois. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Illinois to Des Moines in about 3h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 48m. There are 259 mi between Illinois and Des Moines. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $94. Users have also found prices from $94 and $104 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Des Moines or Lambert-St Louis - Des Moines, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines is the most popular route from Illinois to Des Moines.

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

    Consider GoJet (82%), Alaska Airlines (73%) or Envoy Air (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Des Moines.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $359 for a flight from Illinois to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines) is currently priced at $217.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Des Moines 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 Illinois to Des Moines?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines (average of $242). Flying from Illinois to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Des Moines. 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 July 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$209Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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