$119+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Illinois
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORD
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to IllinoisExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 11/138:30 pm -
1 stop27h 51m
Mon 11/166:30 am -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
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Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 10/78:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/73:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Thu 10/2210:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:05 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Mon 10/510:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 12/169:25 am -
Nonstop1h 45m
Wed 12/1610:53 pm -
Nonstop1h 33m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:10 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Mon 10/59:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/97:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Tue 10/137:17 am -
Nonstop1h 39m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/264:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 10/2911:50 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/94:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Fri 10/169:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/34:20 pm -
1 stop5h 18m
Wed 10/79:59 am -
1 stop4h 26m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 12/166:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Wed 12/1610:15 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/315:20 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 11/25:55 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$267
Best flights from Des Moines to IllinoisDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 14, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/35:50 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 10/78:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/49:55 am -
Nonstop1h 39m
Fri 11/64:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 28m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/114:53 pm -
1 stop4h 42m
Mon 12/145:33 pm -
1 stop3h 58m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/227:31 pm -
1 stop4h 48m
Sun 10/255:00 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/138:44 am -
1 stop10h 24m
Sun 11/151:08 pm -
1 stop21h 42m
Deal found 9/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$415
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/75:35 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 10/1410:05 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/249:39 am -
1 stop5h 24m
Sun 9/279:29 pm -
2 stops22h 04m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$496
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 12/116:40 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 12/148:05 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/211:27 am -
Nonstop1h 39m
Sun 10/412:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/87:31 pm -
1 stop4h 48m
Mon 10/125:27 pm -
1 stop6h 47m
Deal found 9/12![American Airlines logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/232:00 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Mon 10/266:10 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/16:55 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Tue 10/61:29 pm -
1 stop4h 19m
Deal found 9/11![United Airlines logo]()
$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/2310:57 am -
1 stop3h 39m
Tue 10/275:30 pm -
1 stop3h 30m
Deal found 9/12![Delta logo]()
$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 11/163:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 11/188:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/298:00 am -
1 stop6h 29m
Fri 10/306:00 am -
1 stop4h 32m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/202:48 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Fri 11/276:23 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Deal found 9/12![Delta logo]()
$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/94:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Fri 10/164:50 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/2210:57 am -
1 stop5h 43m
Fri 10/236:20 am -
1 stop3h 51m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/226:00 am -
Nonstop1h 41m
Fri 10/2310:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 11/138:44 am -
1 stop10h 24m
Mon 11/1610:38 am -
1 stop11h 53m
Deal found 9/11![Allegiant Air logo]()
$518
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/138:44 am -
1 stop10h 24m
Sun 11/158:37 pm -
2 stops22h 58m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$522
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/186:00 am -
2 stops7h 45m
Sun 11/224:30 pm -
2 stops6h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/2111:23 am -
Nonstop1h 38m
Sun 11/298:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 9/12![United Airlines logo]()
$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/241:58 pm -
2 stops26h 17m
Thu 10/81:12 pm -
1 stop19h 02m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$523
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/249:39 am -
1 stop5h 24m
Fri 10/212:17 pm -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 9/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$533
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/224:30 pm -
2 stops8h 10m
Sun 10/255:45 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$333
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:00 am -
1 stop6h 59m
Thu 10/156:20 am -
1 stop3h 51m
Deal found 9/11![Delta logo]()
$476
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/68:44 am -
1 stop10h 24m
Sun 11/810:30 am -
1 stop9h 16m
Deal found 9/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$534
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 10/125:10 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Mon 10/192:25 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/153:46 pm -
1 stop5h 41m
Sun 10/186:20 am -
1 stop3h 51m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$498
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to IllinoisDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Illinois. Data last updated September 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Illinois. Data last updated September 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/295:59 pm -
1 stop3h 34m
Thu 10/16:10 am -
1 stop4h 07m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:05 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Mon 10/510:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:10 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Mon 10/59:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/28:30 pm -
1 stop27h 53m
Mon 10/56:30 am -
1 stop13h 03m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/35:50 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 10/78:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/73:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Thu 10/2210:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/97:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Tue 10/137:17 am -
Nonstop1h 39m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/94:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Fri 10/169:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/264:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 10/2911:50 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/294:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 11/59:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/296:55 am -
1 stop4h 52m
Thu 11/510:12 am -
1 stop4h 13m
Deal found 9/11![Delta logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/315:20 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 11/25:55 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$267
One-way flights from Des Moines to IllinoisSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 14, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/302:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$119
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/307:58 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/710:57 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$129
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
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Nonstop2h 03m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/46:40 am -
1 stop30h 50m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$130
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
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2 stops10h 05m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$134
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/710:57 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$139
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/114:53 pm -
1 stop4h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$139
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 10/53:11 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$141
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/53:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$146
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 10/54:30 pm -
2 stops8h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$146
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/25:59 pm -
1 stop3h 34m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$149
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Illinois
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated September 14, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $223 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $119 (Southwest) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $311 |
Good round-trip deal | $381 or less |
Good one-way deal | $198 or less |
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Des MoinesChicago
DSM Des Moines - MDW Chicago Midway
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Wed 12/9
7:00 am-5:05 pm
2 stops10h 05m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$134
Des MoinesSt. Louis
DSM Des Moines - STL Lambert-St Louis
DSMSTL
Des Moines
Mon 10/5
3:11 pm-9:21 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Lambert-St Louis
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$141
Des MoinesSt. Louis
DSM Des Moines - STL Lambert-St Louis
DSMSTL
Des Moines
Mon 10/5
7:10 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop4h 40m
Lambert-St Louis
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$141
Des MoinesSt. Louis
DSM Des Moines - STL Lambert-St Louis
DSMSTL
Des Moines
Wed 10/28
8:00 am-2:29 pm
1 stop6h 29m
Lambert-St Louis
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$141
Des MoinesChicago
DSM Des Moines - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
DSMORD
Des Moines
Fri 10/2
5:59 pm-9:33 pm
1 stop3h 34m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$149
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesChicago
DSM Des Moines - MDW Chicago Midway
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Fri 11/13
4:25 pm-5:45 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$155
Des MoinesSt. Louis
DSM Des Moines - STL Lambert-St Louis
DSMSTL
Des Moines
Sun 10/18
8:28 am-1:31 pm
2 stops29h 03m
Lambert-St Louis
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$167
Des MoinesChicago
DSM Des Moines - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
DSMORD
Des Moines
Sat 11/14
4:00 pm-9:33 pm
1 stop5h 33m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
Des MoinesChicago
DSM Des Moines - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
DSMORD
Des Moines
Sat 11/7
10:57 am-4:41 pm
1 stop5h 44m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
Des MoinesChicago
DSM Des Moines - MDW Chicago Midway
DSMMDW
Des Moines
Tue 10/6
10:57 am-4:47 pm
1 stop5h 50m
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$180
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois (average of $239). Flying from Des Moines to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 DSM to IL?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 14, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.
Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Illinois
Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Illinois. 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 September 14, 2026.
The most flights from DSM to USIL are scheduled on a Saturday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Illinois?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Illinois flights typically cost between $270 and $497 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $223 on Frontier (Nov 13-Nov 16).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois?
The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Illinois is 19 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Illinois?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Illinois. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Illinois flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated September 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Des Moines to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$148 | Average$289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$189 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |