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$64+ 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORD
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)
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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 November 20, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/133:23 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/149:03 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/94:00 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/161:15 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/135:39 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Mon 12/1610:10 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/19$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:07 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop7h 28mFrontier
Mon 12/167:25 amORD - DSM
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/98:45 amDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Tue 12/1012:15 pmORD - DSM
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$253
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:00 amDSM - ORD
2 stops17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/109:58 amORD - DSM
2 stops22h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$324

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 12/13

3:23 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/14

9:03 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 1/4

5:45 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

3:10 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$190

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 12/13

5:39 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

10:10 am-4:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$208

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

8:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

11:05 am-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$213

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 12/13

5:07 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

7:25 am-4:07 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$238

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

7:00 am-12:33 am

2 stops17h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/10

9:58 am-8:21 am

2 stops22h 23m

$324

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

5:07 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 28m

$64

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 12/18

5:51 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$95

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 12/17

6:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$104

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

6:30 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$109

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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 November.
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.

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 15, 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 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 November 20, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 1% on flights from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from DSM to ORD are scheduled on a Wednesday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. 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
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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 19 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 United 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 American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $190 and $208, respectively. United 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?

    $64 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $95 and $104, respectively.

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

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (93%), Republic Airways (93%) or Lufthansa (92%) 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 $864, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $149. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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