S$231 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Des Moines

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$231 for one-way flights and S$268 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$268 Return, found 14 hours ago
S$268
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 3 Sep, priced at S$268 found 14 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$304 Return, found 14 hours ago
S$304
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 3 Sep, priced at S$304 found 14 hours ago
United
Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$304 Return, found 14 hours ago
S$304
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 3 Sep, priced at S$304 found 14 hours ago
Delta
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$306 Return, found 4 days ago
S$306
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sat, 30 Aug, priced at S$306 found 4 days ago
Delta
Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$307 Return, found 14 hours ago
S$307
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 3 Sep, priced at S$307 found 14 hours ago
United
Thu, 21 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$312 Return, found 1 day ago
S$312
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 24 Aug, priced at S$312 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, 21 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$325 Return, found 6 days ago
S$325
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Thu, 28 Aug, priced at S$325 found 6 days ago
United
Thu, 21 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$326 Return, found 1 day ago
S$326
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, 24 Aug, priced at S$326 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, 21 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$344 Return, found 6 days ago
S$344
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Thu, 28 Aug, priced at S$344 found 6 days ago
United
Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
S$351 Return, found 14 hours ago
S$351
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 3 Sep, priced at S$351 found 14 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$175 - S$420 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Chicago to Des Moines route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Return price
S$268
Distance
476 km
Average flight time
1 hour 26 mins

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

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 S$268. 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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