Question 1

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago to Des Moines flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating Chicago to Des Moines flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 2

What airlines fly from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Des Moines. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Question 3

Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Chicago to Des Moines may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

Question 4

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago to Des Moines flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 5

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Des Moines:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Question 6

What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 7

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Chicago to Des Moines. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $300 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $466, a difference of $166.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 8

How are flight departures from Chicago to Des Moines spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Des Moines flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 16%.

Question 9

What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

Question 10

What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Des Moines:

• Earliest: departs at 12:05 am and lands at 1:42 am
• Latest: departs at 11:10 pm and lands at 12:47 am.

The flight takes about 1h 37m.

Question 11

How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Des Moines flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $421 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 12

How long is a flight from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Des Moines takes 1h 37m, covering 312 miles.

Question 13

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Question 14

Have flight prices from Chicago to Des Moines changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $237 to $1,969. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Question 15

How are flight prices from Chicago to Des Moines looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Chicago to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

Question 16

What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

Accepted Answer

Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis

Question 17

How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Des Moines flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Des Moines range from $318 to $511, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

Question 18

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago to Des Moines flights?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Des Moines route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Question 19

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Des Moines typically range from $318 to $511. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $237, on American Airlines.

Question 20

What is the cheapest Chicago to Des Moines flight route?

Accepted Answer

There's little price difference between Chicago to Des Moines routes. They average around $440 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 21

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Des Moines. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

Question 22

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Des Moines at $307 round-trip.
•October ($500) and August ($497) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 23

When are flights from Chicago to Des Moines the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Chicago to Des Moines are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 24

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines ($237) and United Airlines ($237) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Chicago to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 25

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between Chicago and Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines and American Airlines offer the most frequent nonstop flights from Chicago to Des Moines, at 47 and 28 flights per week respectively. Southwest is another good option, operating 14 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 26

How many nonstop flights run daily between Chicago and Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

There are 11 to 12 flights per day from Chicago to Des Moines, about 83 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 14% of weekly flights.

Question 27

What time of day do most flights depart from Chicago to Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Most nonstop flights from Chicago to Des Moines depart in the morning, accounting for 34% of nonstop departures. Around 4 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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