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$49+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Des Moines (DSM)

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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DSM
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Des Moines

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Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 5/218:55 pmSTL - DSM
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Tue 6/34:45 pmDSM - STL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$97
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/217:05 amSTL - DSM
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 6/36:35 pmDSM - STL
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/27$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/2910:15 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/15:32 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 6/176:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Wed 6/252:43 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/26$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/121:08 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop3h 41mDelta
Sat 5/176:30 amDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/27$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/125:20 pmORD - DSM
1 stop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/194:43 pmDSM - ORD
2 stops30h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 8/87:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/117:00 amDSM - ORD
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/2612:40 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Mon 4/285:30 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop2h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 6/188:51 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/236:45 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/115:21 pmPIA - DSM
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/153:34 pmDSM - PIA
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/115:35 pmSTL - DSM
1 stop4h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1511:38 amDSM - STL
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$393

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Des Moines 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/21

8:55 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

4:45 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$97

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/21

7:05 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

6:35 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$167

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

10:15 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

5:32 am-6:54 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

2:43 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/12

1:08 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 5/17

6:30 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

5:20 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 5/19

4:43 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$212

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$214

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/26

12:40 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop3h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

5:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop2h 50m

$229

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/18

8:51 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 6/23

6:45 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$249

PeoriaDes Moines

PIA - DSM

PIADSM

Greater Peoria

Fri 4/11

5:21 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

3:34 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Illinois to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 IL to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Des Moines as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Des Moines. 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to DSM are scheduled on a Thursday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 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 Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Des Moines to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
3,271 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Illinois to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Illinois?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Illinois. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Des Moines one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $80 and $84 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Des Moines?

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Des Moines or Lambert-St Louis - Des Moines, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines is the most popular route from Illinois to Des Moines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Des Moines?

    Consider ANA (93%), Envoy Air (91%) or GoJet (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Des Moines?

    On average you can expect to pay $250 for a flight from Illinois to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $94 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines) is currently priced at $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Des Moines 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 Illinois to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Illinois to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Illinois to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Des Moines. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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