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

Frontier and Southwest 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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9:59 am - 5:03 pmMDW-DSM

7h 04m1 stop

6:50 am - 1:10 pmDSM-MDW

6h 20m1 stop

$209Delta

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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14

9:34 am - 4:16 pmMDW-DSM

6h 42m1 stop

6:17 am - 12:34 pmDSM-MDW

6h 17m1 stop

$224Delta

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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7

9:34 am - 4:16 pmMDW-DSM

6h 42m1 stop

12:31 pm - 6:06 pmDSM-MDW

5h 35m1 stop

$239Delta

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Tue, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 6

2:10 pm - 9:35 pmMDW-DSM

7h 25m2 stops

5:45 am - 9:55 amDSM-MDW

4h 10m1 stop

$248Southwest

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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14

2:10 pm - 9:35 pmMDW-DSM

7h 25m2 stops

8:00 am - 3:45 pmDSM-MDW

7h 45m2 stops

$298Southwest

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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14

5:50 am - 2:55 pmMDW-DSM

9h 05m2 stops

5:45 am - 9:55 amDSM-MDW

4h 10m1 stop

$299Southwest

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Sat, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 7

9:20 am - 3:35 pmMDW-DSM

6h 15m1 stop

6:20 am - 12:35 pmDSM-MDW

6h 15m1 stop

$304Delta

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Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

12:18 pm - 7:03 pmMDW-DSM

6h 45m1 stop

7:00 am - 6:23 pmDSM-MDW

11h 23m2 stops

$333Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7

5:50 am - 2:55 pmMDW-DSM

9h 05m2 stops

8:00 am - 3:45 pmDSM-MDW

7h 45m2 stops

$344Southwest

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Sat, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 7

12:12 pm - 7:01 pmMDW-DSM

6h 49m1 stop

6:53 pm - 8:46 amDSM-MDW

37h 53m2 stops

$345Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1

Delta flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Delta

Dec 11

MDW9:59 amChicago Midway

4h 20m

1 stop

DSM2:19 pmDes Moines

Dec 14

DSM6:17 amDes Moines

6h 17m

1 stop

MDW12:34 pmChicago Midway

$209

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Delta

Dec 5

MDW9:34 amChicago Midway

6h 42m

1 stop

DSM4:16 pmDes Moines

Dec 7

DSM6:17 amDes Moines

6h 17m

1 stop

MDW12:34 pmChicago Midway

$224

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Delta

Dec 2

MDW9:34 amChicago Midway

6h 42m

1 stop

DSM4:16 pmDes Moines

Dec 6

DSM12:31 pmDes Moines

5h 35m

1 stop

MDW6:06 pmChicago Midway

$239

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Southwest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

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Southwest

Dec 11

MDW2:10 pmChicago Midway

7h 25m

2 stops

DSM9:35 pmDes Moines

Dec 14

DSM5:45 amDes Moines

4h 10m

1 stop

MDW9:55 amChicago Midway

$248

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Southwest

Dec 11

MDW2:10 pmChicago Midway

7h 25m

2 stops

DSM9:35 pmDes Moines

Dec 14

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

7h 45m

2 stops

MDW3:45 pmChicago Midway

$298

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Southwest

Dec 6

MDW5:50 amChicago Midway

9h 05m

2 stops

DSM2:55 pmDes Moines

Dec 7

DSM5:45 amDes Moines

4h 10m

1 stop

MDW9:55 amChicago Midway

$299

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Thu 12/11

9:59 am-5:03 pm

1 stop7h 04m

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6:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

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9:34 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 42m

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1 stop6h 17m

$224

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Chicago Midway

Tue 12/2

9:34 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Des Moines

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12:31 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$239

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Chicago Midway

Thu 12/11

2:10 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Des Moines

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5:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 10m

$248

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Chicago Midway

Thu 12/11

2:10 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Des Moines

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8:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$298

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MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/6

5:50 am-2:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Des Moines

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5:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 10m

$299

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Chicago Midway

Thu 3/19

9:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

6:20 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$304

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Chicago Midway

Fri 12/5

12:18 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

7:00 am-6:23 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$333

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MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/6

5:50 am-2:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

8:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$344

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/28

12:12 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

6:53 pm-8:46 am

2 stops37h 53m

$345

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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 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

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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 3h 00m.
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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