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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines from £73

ORD — DSM
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Des Moines

Mon 16/1120:25 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 18/1118:45 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 26/10£146
Mon 16/1106:23 -
1 stop3h 56m
Wed 18/1106:45 -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 26/10£161
Thu 3/1206:20 -
1 stop4h 01m
Fri 4/1216:53 -
1 stop4h 42m
Deal found 28/10£176
Sat 5/1221:40 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 6/1209:30 -
Nonstop1h 42m
Deal found 26/10£177
Sat 5/1209:59 -
1 stop6h 12m
Sun 6/1216:53 -
1 stop4h 42m
Deal found 26/10£192
Fri 11/1206:20 -
1 stop4h 01m
Sun 13/1211:01 -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 26/10£207
Mon 16/1120:25 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Thu 19/1108:00 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 26/10£210
Thu 19/1106:23 -
1 stop3h 56m
Mon 23/1111:00 -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 27/10£215
Mon 14/1212:34 -
1 stop3h 37m
Mon 21/1212:36 -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 30/10£216
Mon 14/1212:34 -
1 stop3h 37m
Thu 17/1206:41 -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 30/10£220
Sat 21/1116:05 -
Nonstop1h 28m
Sat 2/108:00 -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 26/10£223
Fri 20/1106:23 -
1 stop3h 56m
Sat 21/1111:00 -
1 stop5h 41m
Deal found 27/10£230

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Round-trip from

£146

One-way from

£73

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£375
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 16/11-18/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Chicago to Des Moines
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 34m total
  • Chicago to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£34 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

12:50-14:14

Nonstop1h 24m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£73

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/11

06:23-10:19

1 stop3h 56m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£81

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/1

21:25-23:14

Nonstop1h 49m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£89

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/1

21:25-23:14

Nonstop1h 49m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£89

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/1

19:50-21:28

Nonstop1h 38m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£89

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/1

06:00-10:14

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£97

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/1

06:00-10:14

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£97

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/1

09:59-16:07

1 stop6h 08m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£97

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

06:23-10:19

1 stop3h 56m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£118

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DSM Des Moines

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

06:20-10:21

1 stop4h 01m

Des Moines

Fri 4/12

16:53-21:35

1 stop4h 42m

£176

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of £250). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines in May is currently the most expensive (average of £377). 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 ORD to DSM?

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines flights typically cost between £231 and £327 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £146 on United Airlines (16 Nov–18 Nov).

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 19 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 0 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines in 1h 31m. Fly via Delta or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 298 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (83%), Envoy Air (79%) or American Airlines (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of £250). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Des Moines in May is currently the most expensive (average of £377). 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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