CA $146 Cheap Flights from Chicago (CHI) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Des Moines (DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $146 for one-way flights and CA $300 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $205 - CA $447 per traveller.

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Flight from Chicago to Des Moines (ORD - DSM) route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
CA $299
Distance
476 km

Illinois to Des Moines Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Chicago to Des Moines 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Des Moines from Chicago whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Des Moines Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Chicago to Des Moines today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from CHI-All Airports, CHI to Des Moines Intl., DSM 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Chicago to Des Moines—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Des Moines from Chicago currently is just CA $300 rising to CA $373.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Des Moines  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Des Moines from Chicago 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Des Moines with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights between Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) and Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) start from CA $300. Book today to get the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
The majority of flights can be conveniently canceled online, but whether or not you incur a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) 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 Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
A flight distance of just 420 kilometers separates Illinois and Des Moines. Once you're up in the skies, you won't have time to do much more than read the magazine in your seat pocket.
Which airlines fly direct from Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
United Airlines (UA) is one of the top choices for many travelers flying between Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) and Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Select from the 117 flights it operates on this route each month. Another carrier servicing this route is American Airlines (AA). You'll have 91 flights each month to select from.
Are Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to DSM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) to Des Moines Intl. Airport surfacing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continuously — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices that far in advance.

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