Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Flight from Chicago to Des Moines route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Distance
476 km

Your quick guide to flights from Chicago to Des Moines

Pick up great flights from Chicago to Des Moines

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Chicago to Des Moines. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Chicago to Des Moines that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Chicago to Des Moines

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from to , you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Chicago to Des Moines around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Des Moines is normally in .

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ORD to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between O’Hare Airport and DSM is . But you better get moving. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
The majority of flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to DSM that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for ORD to Des Moines Intl. Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from O'Hare Airport to DSM?
The distance from O’Hare Airport (ORD) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) (DSM) is just 480 kilometres. You’ll be walking down the air bridge and collecting your baggage from the carousel in no time at all.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DSM?
There are several airlines that travel directly from O’Hare Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport. United Airlines (UA) is an excellent choice, offering 117 services on this route each month. Offering 91 flights a month along this route, American Airlines (AA) is another top pick.
Are ORD to DSM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Des Moines Intl. Airport showing up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices that far in advance.
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