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Cheap flights from Chicago to Des Moines from $82

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Des Moines departing on 5/26. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
9:37 pm - 1:31 pm
ORD
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DSM
15h 54m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 8:32 pm
DSM
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ORD
6h 16m
1 stop
$230Frontier
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 8:13 am
ORD
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DSM
1h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 9:10 pm
DSM
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ORD
2h 00mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Tue, May 26 - Tue, May 26
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 11:25 am
MDW
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DSM
1h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 6:40 am
DSM
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MDW
1h 20mnonstop
$237Southwest
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:52 pm - 10:31 pm
ORD
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DSM
26h 39m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:02 pm - 6:43 pm
DSM
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ORD
25h 41m
1 stop
$243Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 30 - Sun, Jun 7
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 2:05 pm
MDW
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DSM
7h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 6:40 am
DSM
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MDW
1h 20mnonstop
$247Southwest
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 16
Frontier Logo
9:37 pm - 1:31 pm
ORD
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DSM
15h 54m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 8:32 pm
DSM
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ORD
6h 16m
1 stop
$251Frontier
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
United Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 7:25 pm
ORD
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DSM
1h 35mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:40 am
DSM
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ORD
1h 40mnonstop
$253United Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28
Delta Logo
6:24 am - 12:24 pm
ORD
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DSM
6h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:08 am - 1:04 pm
DSM
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ORD
6h 56m
1 stop
$257Delta
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 4:49 pm
MDW
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DSM
3h 49m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 1:11 pm
DSM
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MDW
6h 11m
1 stop
$257Delta
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 12
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 8:13 am
ORD
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DSM
1h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 9:10 pm
DSM
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ORD
2h 00mnonstop
$263American Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28

Frontier flights from Chicago to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
May 28
ORD9:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 54m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
Jun 1
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
6h 16m
1 stop
ORD8:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$230
Frontier
May 28
ORD9:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 54m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
Jun 1
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
6h 16m
1 stop
ORD8:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$251
Frontier
Aug 11
ORD9:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 37m
1 stop
DSM1:34 pmDes Moines
Aug 17
DSM2:19 pmDes Moines
6h 33m
1 stop
ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$288

American Airlines flights from Chicago to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Chicago to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
May 26
ORD6:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 33m
DSM8:13 amDes Moines
May 26
DSM7:10 pmDes Moines
2h 00m
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$237
American Airlines
May 27
ORD6:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 33m
DSM8:13 amDes Moines
May 28
DSM7:10 pmDes Moines
2h 00m
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$263
American Airlines
Jun 4
ORD11:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 35m
DSM12:35 amDes Moines
Jun 6
DSM9:23 amDes Moines
1h 42m
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$269

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ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

9:37 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

2:16 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$230

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

6:40 am-8:13 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Des Moines

Tue 5/26

7:10 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$237
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

10:00 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 6/16

5:20 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$237

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

7:52 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop26h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 6/7

5:02 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop25h 41m

$243

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

6:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 6/16

5:20 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$247

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

9:37 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

2:16 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$251

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

5:50 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$253

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

6:24 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

6:08 am-1:04 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$257

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/11

1:00 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Des Moines

Wed 8/12

7:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$257

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

6:40 am-8:13 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

7:10 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$263

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Des Moines?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in April, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Chicago to Des Moines during February average around $126.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $233. Flights from Chicago to Des Moines on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $473. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago to Des Moines at noon for as low as $224. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $374. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Des Moines flight route?

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Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Des Moines flight.

How have Chicago to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Chicago to Des Moines flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Chicago to Des Moines (CHI to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$164

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $164. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $329.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Des Moines takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Chicago there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Des Moines

  • How far is Chicago to Des Moines by plane?

    Chicago and Des Moines are 309.8 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Des Moines?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Des Moines

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $189Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,666 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $189Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,684 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Des Moines

    United Airlines flies from Chicago to Des Moines around 32 times per week, with 9,684 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Chicago to Des Moines in the last 72 hours was $189 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $364 for United Airlines flights on this route.

  • American Airlines Flights From Chicago to Des Moines

    Across 11,666 American Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.1/10. American Airlines flies from Chicago to Des Moines about 37 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $189 to $257. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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