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$95+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORD
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$460 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:13 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/1410:15 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/276:24 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/284:20 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:59 amDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Wed 5/148:40 amORD - DSM
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/23$209
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/118:17 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop17h 00mFrontier
Mon 4/146:40 amORD - DSM
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/226:40 amDSM - ORD
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/291:50 pmORD - DSM
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$220
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Thu 5/83:44 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/154:35 pmORD - DSM
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$298

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:13 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

10:15 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

11:16 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/15

9:15 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$207

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

10:59 am-2:28 pm

1 stop3h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

8:40 am-12:27 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$209

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

8:17 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

6:40 am-7:19 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$210

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

6:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

1:50 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$220

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

3:44 pm-10:55 am

1 stop19h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

4:35 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$298

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

6:14 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$95

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

6:30 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$105

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

8:17 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$111

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 4/12

8:30 am-4:45 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$115

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
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British Airways

BA offers a mixed bag of services, from premium to low-cost, know your options before booking.


BA's Executive Club offers good value, especially for short-haul redemptions, but watch for fuel surcharges.

Read more about British Airwaysby Gabriel Leigh
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United's Basic Economy restricts carry-ons; consider this when booking to avoid extra fees.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, great for family or friends needing extra miles.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I 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 March 21, 2025.

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 78 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.

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

Currently, August 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to ORD are scheduled on a Friday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 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 March 25, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United 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
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 33 daily outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from 2 different airlines.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with prices starting at $189. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $207 and $209, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $95 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Frontier, with prices starting from $105 and $111, respectively.

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

    Consider GoJet (95%), Envoy Air (95%) or United Airlines (91%) 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 $2,433, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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