€90 Cheap Flights Chicago to Des Moines (ORD-DSM)

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Cheap flights from Chicago to Des Moines (ORD-DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €90 for one-way flights and €162 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€162 Return, found 7 hours ago
€162
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 14 Nov from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 16 Nov, priced at €162 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Fri, 24 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€179 Return, found 4 days ago
€179
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 24 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at €179 found 4 days ago
Delta
Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€187 Return, found 1 day ago
€187
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at €187 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€196 Return, found 7 hours ago
€196
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 14 Nov from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 16 Nov, priced at €196 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Thu, 23 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€209 Return, found 6 days ago
€209
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 23 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at €209 found 6 days ago
United
Fri, 24 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€213 Return, found 4 days ago
€213
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 24 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at €213 found 4 days ago
United
Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€214 Return, found 1 day ago
€214
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at €214 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, 24 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€217 Return, found 4 days ago
€217
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 24 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at €217 found 4 days ago
United
Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€218 Return, found 1 day ago
€218
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at €218 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
€222 Return, found 1 day ago
€222
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at €222 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From €117 - €236 per traveller.
Chicago to Des Moines route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Return price
€162
Distance
476 km
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

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Our flexible O'Hare Intl. to Des Moines Intl. ticket options cater to your travel preferences, with incredible one-way fares from €90 and roundtrip prices from €162. Whether you're planning a short city break or a longer adventure, our dynamic pricing ensures that you find the best deals for your journey.
 
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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 €162. 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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