CA $136 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (CHI)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $136 for one-way flights and CA $272 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 (CHI)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $201 - CA $521 per traveller.

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Flight from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM - ORD) route information
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $271
Distance
476 km

Des Moines to Illinois 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 CHI-All Airports, 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 CHI-All Airports, CHI 

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 $272 rising to CA $442.  

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 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, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
Round-trip tickets between Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) and Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) start from CA $272. This is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DSM to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
Most flights can be conveniently canceled online, but whether or not you incur a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) 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 Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
With a flight distance of 420 kilometers, it's only a hop from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports). It might be a quick journey, but it's still worth bringing along something to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
There are several airlines that fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports). United Airlines (UA) is a popular choice, offering 117 flights each month. Another carrier servicing this route is American Airlines (AA). You'll have 91 flights every month to select from.
Are Des Moines Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from DSM to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) emerging a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices so far in advance.

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