RM947 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at RM947 for one-way flights and RM1,118 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,118 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,118
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,118 found 21 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,225 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,225
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,225 found 21 hours ago
United
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,354 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,354
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,354 found 21 hours ago
Delta
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,372 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,372
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,372 found 21 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,394 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,394
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,394 found 21 hours ago
United
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,417 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,417
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,417 found 21 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,460 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,460
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,460 found 21 hours ago
Delta
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,479 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,479
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,479 found 21 hours ago
United
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,481 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,481
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,481 found 21 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, 26 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
RM1,501 Return, found 21 hours ago
RM1,501
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, 30 Jul, priced at RM1,501 found 21 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From RM 582 - RM 1,392 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
RM1,118
Distance
476 km
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

Perfect flights from Chicago to Des Moines

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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 RM1,118. 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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