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$64+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Illinois

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DSM — ORD
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Illinois

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Illinois (USIL). 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 December 21, 2024.

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$189
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One-way from

$64
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Illinois
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/318:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/28:20 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/285:45 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/308:24 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$239
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Tue 12/314:10 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Sun 2/25:20 amMDW - DSM
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/275:35 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Sun 12/293:18 pmORD - DSM
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/21$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:55 amDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Sat 12/2811:48 amMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/20$363
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:45 amDSM - ORD
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Sun 2/24:20 pmORD - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$398
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Tue 12/311:27 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/210:47 pmORD - DSM
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$467
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Tue 12/316:00 amDSM - RFD
1 stop12h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 2/212:44 pmRFD - DSM
1 stop10h 12mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/20$476
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:35 pmDSM - STL
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Sun 12/2911:46 amSTL - DSM
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/20$554
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:45 pmDSM - STL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Sun 12/295:45 amSTL - DSM
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$575
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:00 amDSM - STL
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/309:40 amSTL - DSM
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$603
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/248:00 amDSM - STL
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/266:25 amSTL - DSM
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$652

Find flights from Des Moines to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Illinois 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 December 21, 2024.

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Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

6:45 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

8:20 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

12:25 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop3h 47m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/13

2:08 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$208

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

6:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

6:15 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 20m

$208

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

6:17 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

3:10 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$223

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

8:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

12:15 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$228

Des MoinesSt. Louis

DSM - STL

DSMSTL

Des Moines

Mon 1/20

5:55 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$247

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

4:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/12

7:15 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$258

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

2:41 pm-5:31 am

1 stop14h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

5:50 am-6:22 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$285

Des MoinesSt. Louis

DSM - STL

DSMSTL

Des Moines

Fri 1/17

6:00 pm-11:17 am

1 stop17h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/24

5:40 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 55m

$307

Des MoinesSt. Louis

DSM - STL

DSMSTL

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

8:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/22

8:00 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Des Moines to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Illinois. 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 December 21, 2024.

The most flights from DSM to USIL are scheduled on a Friday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to Illinois have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
825 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Illinois from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $64 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $79 and Southwest from $84 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Illinois is Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Des Moines - Chicago Midway or Des Moines - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Des Moines to Illinois consider choosing Lufthansa (91%), Republic Airways (87%) or Iberia (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Illinois is generally $857, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $151. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Des Moines to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Illinois. 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 December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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