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Find cheap flights from Chicago to Des Moines from $78

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/23. 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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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often in flight searches from Chicago to Des Moines.
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often in flight searches from Chicago to Des Moines.

How much is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Des Moines?

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
11:45 am - 12:11 pmORD-DSM
1h 26mnonstop
11:29 am - 12:55 pmDSM-ORD
1h 26mnonstop
$158United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 28 - Tue, Oct 31
5:00 am - 5:38 amORD-DSM
1h 38mnonstop
7:06 am - 8:50 amDSM-ORD
1h 44mnonstop
$172American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 3
4:18 pm - 4:41 pmORD-DSM
1h 23mnonstop
7:30 am - 8:59 amDSM-ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$173United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 31
9:05 am - 2:48 pmORD-DSM
6h 43m1 stop
1:30 am - 8:08 amDSM-ORD
6h 38m1 stop
$177Delta
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Fri, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 12
3:30 pm - 3:58 pmORD-DSM
1h 28mnonstop
3:00 am - 4:30 amDSM-ORD
1h 30mnonstop
$188United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 12
4:55 am - 5:23 amORD-DSM
1h 28mnonstop
10:35 am - 12:06 pmDSM-ORD
1h 31mnonstop
$198American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 3
1:15 am - 5:30 amORD-DSM
5h 15m1 stop
1:30 am - 8:08 amDSM-ORD
6h 38m1 stop
$207Delta
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Thu, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 3
1:45 am - 6:49 amMDW-DSM
6h 04m1 stop
9:34 am - 5:45 amDSM-MDW
20h 11m1 stop
$335Frontier
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Thu, Oct 26 - Sun, Oct 29
1:45 am - 6:27 amMDW-DSM
5h 42m1 stop
8:42 am - 6:17 amDSM-MDW
21h 35m1 stop
$458Frontier
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Tue, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 12
2:33 pm - 10:53 amMDW-DSM
21h 20m2 stops
3:30 am - 3:40 amDSM-MDW
24h 10m2 stops
$653Allegiant Air
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Fri, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 22

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$78
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Des Moines

When to book flights from Chicago to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.
Average price per month
To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
Flight prices as travel date approaches
To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $129 or less one-way and $200 or less round-trip.
  • The cheapest flight from Chicago to Des Moines was found 60 days before departure, on average.
  • Book at least 2 weeks before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be April, May and June. The cheapest month to fly is February.
  • Morning departure is around 13% more expensive than an evening flight, on average*.
*Average of the lowest prices shown in KAYAK’s search results for departures within the next 30 days

FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Des Moines

  • How long does a flight from Chicago to Des Moines take?

    Nonstop flights from Chicago generally make it to Des Moines in 1h 18m. The flying distance between the two cities is 312 miles.

  • How many flights are there between Chicago and Des Moines?

    There are usually 80 direct flights each day leaving Chicago in the direction of Des Moines, for a total of 566 flights weekly.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

    In the last 3 days, Frontier offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $78. KAYAK users also found Chicago to Des Moines round-trip flights on United Airlines from $158 and on American Airlines from $172.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Des Moines?

    No

  • Which airlines fly most frequently between Chicago and Des Moines?

    United Airlines (12 flights per day), Air Canada (10 flights per day), and Air New Zealand (10 flights per day) are the most frequent flyers of this route.

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

    When flying from Chicago to Des Moines, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Des Moines?

    When flying out of Chicago you will be using one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Des Moines.

  • What’s the earliest departure time from Chicago to Des Moines?

    The earliest flight leaves Chicago at 9:08 am and lands in Des Moines at 10:39 am.

  • What’s the latest departure time from Chicago to Des Moines?

    The last flight leaves Chicago at 9:05 pm and lands in Des Moines at 10:31 pm.

  • Which airlines fly nonstop between Chicago and Des Moines?

    All the following airlines operate direct flights between Chicago and Des Moines: American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Copa Airlines, Aer Lingus, Emirates, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Lufthansa, ANA, Air New Zealand, Qatar Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Des Moines?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Des Moines flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Des Moines?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Des Moines flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Des Moines, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Des Moines?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Des Moines on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Des Moines, American Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Des Moines are American Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $268 and an overall rating of 7.2, American Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $229 and an overall rating of 7.0.

  • Which airlines have a flexible cancellation policy for flights from Chicago to Des Moines due to COVID-19?

    Air New Zealand, Air Canada and United Airlines have all waived their change and cancellation fees on flights from Chicago to Des Moines. Confirm policies on booking site.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top airlines flying from Chicago to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to KAYAK reviews.
7.2
American AirlinesOverall score based on 46266 reviews
68entertainment
75boarding
67food
74overall
71comfort
78crew
Airline reviews

It was exactly as I expected, on time, smooth flight, courteous staff.

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It was exactly as I expected, on time, smooth flight, courteous staff.

Cons: "Two loud drunks talked loudly about inappropriate topics the entire flight while not wearing masks. Several people were not wearing masks and the crew never even tried to quiet them down or to tell anyone about the mask. I wondered if the crew agreed with what they were saying that’s why they allowed it. I say that because the one time a steward came to speak to them, it was in the most endearing way. The drunks were commenting that they were told there’d be alcohol and the steward said something like “It’ll be back soon. It’s just that things have been difficult. Have you been watching the news?” in the sweetest way. It felt like a wink."
Pros: "Overall the experience was okay."
Cons: "Flight attendant was the most intense covid person I’ve experienced on any flight... militantly going up and down the isles making sure everyone’s mask was perfect. Annoying to say the least."
Cons: "With so many empty seats on the front. They decided to crunch everyone in the back without the minimal distance requested for social distancing. Very disappointed. Social distance is not practiced at AA as in Delta. Very sad. Will remember that next time I book a flight."
Cons: "very cramped very old plane with no wifi. UPGRADE YOUR FLEET!!!"
Pros: "amazing seat and awesome crew couldn't ask for more"
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "Poor accommodation for the flight delays. We had to wait 4 hours in line to change our flights because we missed our flights. Not enough staff."
Pros: "Nothing"
Cons: "They canceled my flight. And they keep us at the airport until 10pm to tell us that flight got canceled. The worst part was they offer us to we buy with with “discount” embarrassing. They could tell me at 6pm that flight is canceled and to find other way to get to nyc."
Pros: "Comfortable seat, no middle seat on my side of plane."
Pros: "Nice, efficient crew. Wheel chair & motor cart waiting for me as requested. Good flight."
Cons: "Cabin oppressively hot during boarding, stayed a bit too warm. Never found the power outlets that the plane profile in magazine claimed were on the aircraft."
Pros: "The crew on both legs of our flight were very nice and accommodating."
Pros: "It was just a quick flight, but everything/everyone was efficient and made the process/flight no problem. Great experience."
Cons: "Wi-Fi, as usual, was not working. Plus, there were no screens in the seat, so passengers have to rely on their own smartphones/tablets/magazines/books to keep entertained."
Cons: "The flight was delayed then to top it off we sat on the tarmac awaiting to off load in DesMoines. We spent just as much time waiting to off load as we did in flight!"
Cons: "I do my best to avoid United because of the terrible service I seem to always receive, and this time was no different. After 3 hours of waiting for a delayed flight, I was 10 min late to my connection (United's fault!!) and forced to sleep in the airport over night. This is unacceptable behavior from any airline and only reminds me yet again why I do not fly with United. Worst experience."
Pros: "We were delayed taking off from Denver due to snow storm. The crew was communicative and accommodating."
Pros: "Well, I got there."
Cons: "Purchased economy plus bundle. United employee closed gate in my face at ORD. United Club toilets were filthy and the worst of my problems was the ridiculous selection of teas. (Toilets outside of United Club much cleaner.) I had an economy plus seat, but this did not allow me to board early. So I boarded late and there was no seat in front of me. So I could not put my carry on in front of me. I asked if I could put my bag in top, but attendant told me that I had to ask the first class person in front of me for a favor and thank them for the favor. I did. But this was one of the more disgusting experiences that I have had on an airplane and I paid an extra 100 USD for the privilege of it."
Pros: "Got me from point A to B"
Cons: "Cabin was freezing, very skimpy on drinks, coffee maker didn't work. Ask volunteers to move to back of plane to balance out weight."
Pros: "Lots of space and please take attendants"
Cons: "I didn’t have the vegan meal I ordered however they did give me a replacement"
Pros: "The crew was one of most pleasurable group that I've flown with. Polite AND funny!"

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Des Moines found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
10/23Mon
2 stopsFrontier
13h 19mMDW-DSM
$78
10/24Tue
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 23mORD-DSM
$79
11/1Wed
1 stopDelta
5h 21mORD-DSM
$89
10/28Sat
1 stopDelta
4h 43mMDW-DSM
$89
11/1Wed
2 stopsFrontier
13h 41mMDW-DSM
$91
12/13Wed
2 stopsMultiple Airlines
23h 54mORD-DSM
$101
10/28Sat
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 23mORD-DSM
$109
11/1Wed
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 23mORD-DSM
$129
10/12Thu
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 21mORD-DSM
$179
11/26Sun
2 stopsAllegiant Air
18h 01mMDW-DSM
$469

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Last minute flights from Chicago to Des Moines

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Chicago to Des Moines that are departing in the next 10 days.
10/3Tue
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 21mORD-DSM
10/4Wed
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 32mDSM-ORD
$448
10/3Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 44mORD-DSM
10/4Wed
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 26mDSM-ORD
$456
10/3Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 44mORD-DSM
10/4Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
6h 13mDSM-ORD
$464
10/3Tue
multi-stopDelta
4h 34mMDW-DSM
10/4Wed
multi-stopDelta
6h 50mDSM-MDW
$467
10/2Mon
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 20mORD-DSM
10/4Wed
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 26mDSM-ORD
$488
9/29Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 26mORD-DSM
9/29Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 28mDSM-ORD
$523
9/29Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 23mORD-DSM
10/1Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 27mDSM-ORD
$528
10/1Sun
multi-stopDelta
5h 04mORD-DSM
10/3Tue
multi-stopDelta
5h 49mDSM-ORD
$547
9/29Fri
multi-stopMultiple Airlines
14h 59mORD-DSM
10/1Sun
multi-stopMultiple Airlines
23h 12mDSM-ORD
$822
9/29Fri
multi-stopMultiple Airlines
14h 59mORD-DSM
10/1Sun
multi-stopMultiple Airlines
22h 12mDSM-ORD
$940

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Flights to Des Moines

Destination:

Des Moines (DSM)United States

Return flight deals:

Des Moines - Chicago

Cabin classes:

$119

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