What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago Midway to Des Moines?

Southwest and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago Midway to Des Moines

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

Prices for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:50 am - 3:41 pmMDW-DSM

5h 51m1 stop

6:24 am - 12:46 pmDSM-MDW

6h 22m1 stop

$159Delta

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Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 31

12:18 pm - 7:03 pmMDW-DSM

6h 45m1 stop

10:17 am - 9:04 pmDSM-MDW

10h 47m1 stop

$207Frontier

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Mon, Dec 15 - Sun, Dec 21

9:50 am - 3:41 pmMDW-DSM

5h 51m1 stop

6:54 am - 11:05 amDSM-MDW

4h 11m1 stop

$209Delta

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Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 31

6:00 am - 1:30 pmMDW-DSM

7h 30m1 stop

3:15 pm - 4:35 pmDSM-MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$214Southwest

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Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14

10:15 am - 8:55 pmMDW-DSM

10h 40m2 stops

5:30 am - 6:55 amDSM-MDW

1h 25mnonstop

$219Southwest

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Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14

10:05 am - 11:30 amMDW-DSM

1h 25mnonstop

3:15 pm - 4:35 pmDSM-MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$223Southwest

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Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 14

10:45 am - 12:10 pmMDW-DSM

1h 25mnonstop

5:35 am - 6:55 amDSM-MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$238Southwest

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Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 6

5:05 am - 3:40 pmMDW-DSM

10h 35m1 stop

5:35 am - 6:55 amDSM-MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$248Southwest

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Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 6

9:34 am - 4:16 pmMDW-DSM

6h 42m1 stop

6:24 am - 12:46 pmDSM-MDW

6h 22m1 stop

$254Delta

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Fri, Dec 19 - Mon, Jan 19

9:59 am - 2:19 pmMDW-DSM

4h 20m1 stop

6:59 am - 11:06 amDSM-MDW

4h 07m1 stop

$269Delta

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Thu, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 3

Delta flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Delta

Jan 14

MDW9:50 amChicago Midway

5h 51m

1 stop

DSM3:41 pmDes Moines

Jan 21

DSM6:24 amDes Moines

6h 25m

1 stop

MDW12:49 pmChicago Midway

$157

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Delta

Jan 28

MDW9:50 amChicago Midway

5h 51m

1 stop

DSM3:41 pmDes Moines

Jan 31

DSM6:24 amDes Moines

6h 22m

1 stop

MDW12:46 pmChicago Midway

$159

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Delta

Jan 28

MDW9:50 amChicago Midway

5h 51m

1 stop

DSM3:41 pmDes Moines

Jan 31

DSM6:54 amDes Moines

4h 11m

1 stop

MDW11:05 amChicago Midway

$209

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Southwest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Southwest

Apr 11

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

7h 30m

1 stop

DSM1:30 pmDes Moines

Apr 14

DSM3:15 pmDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW4:35 pmChicago Midway

$214

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Southwest

Apr 11

MDW10:15 amChicago Midway

10h 40m

2 stops

DSM8:55 pmDes Moines

Apr 14

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

1h 25m

MDW6:55 amChicago Midway

$219

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Southwest

Apr 11

MDW10:05 amChicago Midway

1h 25m

DSM11:30 amDes Moines

Apr 14

DSM3:15 pmDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW4:35 pmChicago Midway

$223

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Wed 1/28

9:50 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 51m

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6:24 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 22m

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Mon 12/15

12:18 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 45m

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10:17 am-9:04 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$207

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Wed 1/28

9:50 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Des Moines

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6:54 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 11m

$209

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Sat 4/11

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Des Moines

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3:15 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$214

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Chicago Midway

Sat 4/11

10:15 am-8:55 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Des Moines

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5:30 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$219

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Chicago Midway

Sat 4/11

10:05 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

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3:15 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$223

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Chicago Midway

Thu 3/5

10:45 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

5:35 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$238

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MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/5

5:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

5:35 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$248

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MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Fri 12/19

9:34 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

6:24 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$254

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/18

9:59 am-2:19 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:59 am-11:06 am

1 stop4h 07m

$269

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $249. Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $477. 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 Midway Airport to Des Moines at noon for as low as $249. 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 $301. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

When to book flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

Fastest flight time	1h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The fastest flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines takes 1h 25m

Direct flights go from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

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How far is Chicago Midway to Des Moines by plane?
The distance between Chicago Midway and Des Moines is about 303.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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