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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD) from $85

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 2, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$249

Round-trip from

$223
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Friday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 26% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 59 days in advance, which can save you up to 113% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 59 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $223. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $344.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Des Moines in August are about $244 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $148.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (DSM - ORD)?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap Frontier flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Des Moines and O'Hare Intl. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Frontier flights heading from Des Moines to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 5/294:15 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Wed 6/59:53 pmORD - DSM
1 stop15h 40mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$259
Wed 5/83:25 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Sun 5/126:27 pmORD - DSM
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$330
Thu 6/272:24 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Sun 6/306:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$372
Thu 6/272:24 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Sun 6/306:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$428

Cheap Delta flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Des Moines and O'Hare Intl. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Delta flights from Des Moines to Chicago. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Tue 6/115:11 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Wed 8/2810:35 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/1$278
Tue 5/286:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Thu 5/306:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/30$288
Sat 6/14:30 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/2$298
Fri 5/315:09 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/1$308
Thu 6/206:32 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sun 6/236:05 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/2$318
Sun 5/267:05 amDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 21mDelta
Tue 5/285:23 pmORD - DSM
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/2$328
Fri 5/315:09 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/1$338
Sat 5/186:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Sun 5/196:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/1$348
Sat 5/117:05 amDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 21mDelta
Wed 5/1511:45 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/1$349

Cheap Des Moines to O'Hare Intl flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 2, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Chicago in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 5/294:15 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Wed 6/59:53 pmORD - DSM
1 stop15h 40mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$259
Tue 6/115:11 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Wed 8/2810:35 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/1$278
Tue 5/286:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Thu 5/306:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/30$288
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/38:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$289
Sat 6/16:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/88:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$295
Sat 6/14:30 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/2$298
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/11:31 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$299
Fri 5/315:09 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/1$308
Thu 6/206:32 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sun 6/236:05 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/1$318

Des Moines to O'Hare Intl 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and O'Hare Intl in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Chicago in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 5/294:15 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Wed 6/59:53 pmORD - DSM
1 stop15h 40mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$259
Tue 6/115:11 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Wed 8/2810:35 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/1$278
Tue 5/286:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Thu 5/306:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/30$288
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/38:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$289
Sat 6/16:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/88:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$295
Sat 6/14:30 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/2$298
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/11:31 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$299
Fri 5/315:09 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Mon 6/36:07 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/1$308
Sun 7/78:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/78:05 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$311

Non-stop flights to O'Hare Intl from Des Moines

Discover non-stop flight options from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Des Moines to Chicago. Users can also choose from other Des Moines to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/38:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$289
Sat 6/16:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/88:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$295
Fri 5/316:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/11:31 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$299
Sun 7/78:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/78:05 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$311
Sun 6/28:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/59:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$330
Thu 6/275:54 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/308:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$333
Tue 6/46:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/98:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$343
Thu 6/208:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/288:25 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$349
Mon 5/206:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3110:11 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$354

Des Moines to O'Hare Intl flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Des Moines to Chicago. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Wed 5/83:25 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Sun 5/126:27 pmORD - DSM
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$330
Sat 5/117:05 amDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 21mDelta
Wed 5/1511:45 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/1$349
Fri 5/1012:04 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Mon 5/135:44 pmORD - DSM
1 stop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/1$380
Wed 5/88:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/81:03 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$403
Tue 5/78:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/144:10 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$409
Tue 5/710:40 amDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Tue 5/1411:45 amORD - DSM
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/2$444
Sat 5/111:07 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/158:39 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$453
Wed 5/88:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/81:03 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$457
Sat 5/113:25 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/151:03 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$461

One-way flights to O'Hare Intl from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Des Moines to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Des Moines to Chicago can use the search form above.
Wed 5/224:15 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$85
Mon 5/209:42 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop23h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$89
Wed 5/83:25 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$135
Tue 7/96:26 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/2$139
Wed 5/296:04 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$145
Sat 6/112:14 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$150
Fri 6/146:13 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$154
Sat 6/84:10 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 5/2$159
Mon 5/64:06 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$165

Find flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.

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$259 - $363

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Price

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 5/29

1 stop8h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

1 stop15h 40m

$259

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 6/11

1 stop3h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/28

1 stop6h 13m

$278

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 5/28

1 stop6h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop5h 11m

$288

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 5/31

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/3

Nonstop1h 25m

$289

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/8

Nonstop1h 29m

$295

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 6/1

1 stop5h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/3

1 stop5h 11m

$298

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/7

Nonstop1h 24m

$311

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 6/2

1 stop11h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

1 stop6h 40m

$351

Des MoinesChicago O'Hare Intl

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 5/17

3 stops31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/19

1 stop18h 27m

$363

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When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl is currently $136 while a round-trip flight costs $304. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $354). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$267

May

$279

June

$354

July

$334

August

$274

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated May 2, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Delta and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,861 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

WestJet
7.6
Good
2,966 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,142 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,769 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare Intl should be relatively easy as there are 26 daily outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $259, but on average you can expect to pay $319.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is less than $369.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on average per day?

    18 flight departures from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 6% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 94% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in just under 1h 21m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 37m. Airlines will cover a distance of 299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with prices starting at $259. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $278 and $289, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    $85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $139 and $145, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Scandinavian Airlines (98%), Lufthansa (98%) or United Airlines (98%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,084, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $126. The most popular route (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $259.

  • What does DSM to ORD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Des Moines Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DSM to ORD flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to O'Hare Intl flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl with specific airlines?

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