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Cheapest round-trip
$237
Typical prices: $266-$439
American Airlines
Tue 2/13Sun 2/25
DSM - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$119
Typical prices: $172-$291
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
DSM - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 43m
Direct flights
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 34% price drop
November
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl (DSM-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 25
American Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 3:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 42mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:06 pm - 12:43 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 37mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Dec 19
American Airlines Logo
3:26 pm - 5:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 48mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 9:09 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 40mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:40 amDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 9:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 30mnonstop
$237United Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 11:10 amDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 8:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 55mnonstop
$237United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 9:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 50mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 6:54 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 36mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 25
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 7:47 amDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 37mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:51 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 31mnonstop
$237United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 9:10 amDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 56mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 8:52 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
1h 41mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Frontier Logo
8:35 pm - 12:53 amDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 7:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$244Frontier
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
Frontier Logo
8:26 pm - 12:26 amDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:45 am - 7:31 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$244Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
11:01 am - 4:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 10:21 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$257Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $266 to $439. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $237, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $224 round-trip.
•July ($427) and April ($394) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

 
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Jessica Macdonald

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Key details for Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$119
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 6:43 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:00 pm and lands at 10:43 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 43m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 1h 43m, covering 298 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $266 to $439, with an average of $340 over the past 12 months. Anything below $266 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the $340 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $326 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $340 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 55% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, evening flights for 18%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $237 to $2,079. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

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

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $122, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through Fort Lauderdale (FLL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $315 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $393, a difference of $78.

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

  • What airlines fly from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Des Moines and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    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

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

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $315, about $78 less than Monday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $224 round-trip in that month - typically $203 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $326 round-trip on this route - about $14 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Des Moines

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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