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$49+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Des Moines (DSM)

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ORD — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$284

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$283 or less
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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 3, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 8/1310:15 amSTL - DSM
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Thu 9/185:30 pmDSM - STL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$97
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 9/257:23 amSTL - DSM
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/296:09 pmDSM - STL
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/135:11 pmSTL - DSM
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Thu 9/186:30 pmDSM - STL
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/1$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/217:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/257:00 amDSM - ORD
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 7/309:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/63:38 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 9/111:00 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Sat 9/133:45 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/157:06 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/225:14 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$190
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:35 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 13mFrontier
Fri 8/226:20 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$192
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/156:10 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 06mDelta
Sun 8/176:00 amDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/3$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/218:12 pmORD - DSM
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/254:29 pmDSM - ORD
2 stops26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$216
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 8/226:55 amPIA - DSM
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/243:25 pmDSM - PIA
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/166:24 pmPIA - DSM
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/205:00 amDSM - PIA
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$229

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/13

10:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

5:30 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$97

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/25

7:23 am-1:51 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

6:09 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$159

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/13

5:11 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

6:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$167

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$177

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

9:00 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/11

1:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

3:45 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

7:06 am-8:37 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Des Moines

Fri 8/22

5:14 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$190

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/15

12:35 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Des Moines

Fri 8/22

6:20 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 04m

$192

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

6:10 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 06m

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

8:12 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops24h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

4:29 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops26h 38m

$216

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Illinois to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Des Moines as you normally would.

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 3, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Illinois to Des Moines to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $80 and $84 on American Airlines and United Airlines, 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 (100%), Copa Airlines (89%) or Envoy Air (85%) 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 $266 for a flight from Illinois to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines) is currently priced at $189.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Illinois to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Illinois to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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