CA $306 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (MDW)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $306 for one-way flights and CA $583 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 Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (MDW)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $204 - CA $927 per traveller.

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Flight from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM - MDW) route information
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $583
Distance
488 km

Des Moines to Chicago Flights

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

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Chicago from Des Moines 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 Midway 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 Des Moines to Chicago today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Des Moines Intl., DSM to Midway Intl., MDW 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Des Moines to Chicago—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Chicago from Des Moines currently is just CA $583 rising to CA $1,255.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Chicago  
  • 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 Chicago from Des Moines 

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 Chicago with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DSM to Chicago Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between DSM and Midway Airport was CA $583. Fares this good don't last forever, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but every airline has different terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Midway Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many carriers will allow you to move your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the fare difference. When searching for Des Moines Intl. Airport to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) flights, you'll see a "No change fees" box for you to tick.
How many hours is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
It takes roughly 4 hours and 35 minutes to journey from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). But with some music and a good novel, the time will go by quicker.
How far is the flight from DSM to Chicago Airport?
With a flight distance of 490 kilometres, it's just a short hop from DSM to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). It might be a quick flight, but it's still worth bringing along a good book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from DSM to MDW?
If you want to fly straight from DSM to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW), you'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are Des Moines Intl. Airport to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes pick up a bargain, with some super cheap airfares from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Midway Airport appearing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continuously — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices that far in advance.

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