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

Southwest is the most popular carrier 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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1:10 pm - 4:54 pm

MDW

DSM

3h 44m

1 stop

12:29 pm - 5:54 pm

DSM

MDW

5h 25m

1 stop

$184Delta

Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11

1:10 pm - 4:54 pm

MDW

DSM

3h 44m

1 stop

12:29 pm - 5:54 pm

DSM

MDW

5h 25m

1 stop

$191Delta

Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11

9:50 pm - 11:15 pm

MDW

DSM

1h 25mnonstop

4:40 pm - 6:00 pm

DSM

MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$214Southwest

Fri, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 5

10:10 pm - 11:35 pm

MDW

DSM

1h 25mnonstop

5:35 am - 6:55 am

DSM

MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$217Southwest

Sun, Mar 29 - Fri, Apr 3

2:40 pm - 10:15 pm

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DSM

7h 35m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 5:40 pm

DSM

MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$227Southwest

Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 5

10:20 am - 11:45 am

MDW

DSM

1h 25mnonstop

2:10 pm - 9:20 pm

DSM

MDW

7h 10m

1 stop

$234Southwest

Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 9

1:10 pm - 4:54 pm

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DSM

3h 44m

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6:15 am - 12:29 pm

DSM

MDW

6h 14m

1 stop

$237Delta

Fri, Apr 3 - Sun, Apr 5

10:45 am - 12:10 pm

MDW

DSM

1h 25mnonstop

4:20 pm - 5:40 pm

DSM

MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$241Southwest

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

12:30 pm - 10:30 pm

MDW

DSM

10h 00m

1 stop

8:35 am - 3:25 pm

DSM

MDW

6h 50m

1 stop

$242Southwest

Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 3

3:30 pm - 9:55 pm

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DSM

6h 25m

1 stop

2:10 pm - 9:20 pm

DSM

MDW

7h 10m

1 stop

$244Southwest

Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 9

Delta flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Delta

Apr 8

MDW1:10 pmChicago Midway

3h 44m

1 stop

DSM4:54 pmDes Moines

Apr 11

DSM12:29 pmDes Moines

5h 25m

1 stop

MDW5:54 pmChicago Midway

$184

Delta

Apr 8

MDW1:10 pmChicago Midway

3h 44m

1 stop

DSM4:54 pmDes Moines

Apr 11

DSM12:29 pmDes Moines

5h 25m

1 stop

MDW5:54 pmChicago Midway

$191

Delta

Apr 3

MDW1:10 pmChicago Midway

3h 44m

1 stop

DSM4:54 pmDes Moines

Apr 5

DSM6:15 amDes Moines

6h 14m

1 stop

MDW12:29 pmChicago Midway

$237

Southwest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Southwest

Apr 3

MDW9:50 pmChicago Midway

1h 25m

DSM11:15 pmDes Moines

Apr 5

DSM4:40 pmDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW6:00 pmChicago Midway

$214

Southwest

Mar 29

MDW10:10 pmChicago Midway

1h 25m

DSM11:35 pmDes Moines

Apr 3

DSM5:35 amDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW6:55 amChicago Midway

$217

Southwest

Mar 2

MDW2:40 pmChicago Midway

7h 35m

1 stop

DSM10:15 pmDes Moines

Mar 5

DSM4:20 pmDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW5:40 pmChicago Midway

$227

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Wed 4/8

1:10 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop3h 44m

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1:10 pm-4:54 pm

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$191

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Fri 4/3

9:50 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

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Nonstop1h 20m

$214

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10:10 pm-11:35 pm

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Des Moines

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5:35 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$217

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2:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Des Moines

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4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$227

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Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

10:20 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

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2:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$234

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Chicago Midway

Fri 4/3

1:10 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop3h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

6:15 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$237

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/12

10:45 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 3/16

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$241

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/23

12:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

8:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$242

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

3:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

2:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$244

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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 $224. Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $466. 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 $304. 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

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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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 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The fastest flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines takes 1h 20m

Direct flights go from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines every day.

There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Chicago Midway Airport there are direct flights to 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 20m.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 33.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320neo at 16.67%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 16.67%, and Airbus A321neo at 16.67%.

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