Cheap flights from ORD to DSM (O'Hare Intl. to Des Moines Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from ORD to DSM starting at $105 One Way, $189 Round Trip

Prices starting at $189 for return flights and $105 for one-way flights to Des Moines Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Jul 16 - Mon, Jul 21
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$189 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $189 found 4 hours ago
Wed, Jul 16 - Mon, Jul 21
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$189 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $189 found 4 hours ago
Tue, Jul 15 - Sun, Jul 20
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$191 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, Jul 20, priced at $191 found 2 days ago
Sat, May 31 - Mon, Jun 2
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$192 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $192 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jul 15 - Sun, Jul 20
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, Jul 20, priced at $196 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Des Moines Intl.

Airport Hotels near Des Moines Intl.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is $67 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
$67
includes taxes & fees
$60 per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,467 reviews)
"It was very clean"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is $127 per night from May 11 to May 12
$127
includes taxes & fees
$113 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were friendly room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Variety of hot breakfast items and breakfast staff were attentive."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3 out of 5
6111 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is $129 per night from May 11 to May 12
$129
includes taxes & fees
$115 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (518 reviews)
"Low-key but clean facility plus it's near the airport"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
The price is $80 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$80
includes taxes & fees
$71 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.6/10 (407 reviews)
"Pool was open and room was clean, all we needed."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is $122 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$122
includes taxes & fees
$109 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
"We stay here every time we're in the area. Very friendly staff, comfortable rooms, easily accessible necessities."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is $152 per night from May 26 to May 27
$152
includes taxes & fees
$136 per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (971 reviews)
"Very clean, staff was all very nice from the valet, front desk and restaurants!"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Des Moines Hotels With Airport Transportation

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is $67 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
$67
includes taxes & fees
$60 per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,467 reviews)
"It was very clean"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is $73 per night from May 4 to May 5
$73
includes taxes & fees
$66 per night
May 4 - May 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (928 reviews)
"Upon checking front desk staff was super kind and accommodating. Great location to airport and breakfast was nice and hot"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is $127 per night from May 11 to May 12
$127
includes taxes & fees
$113 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were friendly room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Variety of hot breakfast items and breakfast staff were attentive."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Des Moines Hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
The price is $69 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$69
includes taxes & fees
$62 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (277 reviews)
"Staff takes care of their guests. Perfect location close to shopping centers"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel
Cozy Rest Motel
2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA
The price is $81 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$81
includes taxes & fees
$72 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (605 reviews)
"Nice stay"

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025

Cozy Rest Motel
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines
2 out of 5
1258 8th St, West Des Moines, IA
The price is $50 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$50
includes taxes & fees
$45 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
5.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Extra towels"

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge
Wildwood Lodge
3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA
The price is $116 per night from May 11 to May 12
$116
includes taxes & fees
$104 per night
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,223 reviews)
"Staff was so friendly!"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

Wildwood Lodge
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
The price is $80 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$80
includes taxes & fees
$71 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.6/10 (407 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...
"Pool was open and room was clean, all we needed."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is $94 per night from May 5 to May 6
$94
includes taxes & fees
$84 per night
May 5 - May 6
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Game room, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
"Hotel shuttle to airport and available long term parking was fantastic and a great help"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

ORD to DSM Route Info

Origin Airport
Chicago
Destination Airport
Des Moines
Number Of Airlines Serving
15
Distance
297 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
4:20PM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
May 2
ORD Address & GPS
Address:
10000 West O'Hare
Chicago IL, 60666
United States
IATA Code:
ORD
Longitude:
-87.904876
Latitude:
41.976912
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
DSM Address & GPS
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA Code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time Zone:
America/Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.) now?
Our Covid-19 Travel Advisor will answer all your questions about travel restrictions and quarantine when taking a plane flight from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) to Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
You won’t need to swap aircraft during this trip. Nonstop flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DSM are available for booking through several companies. Track down an amazing deal and reserve your seat with United Airlines or American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
If conditions are good and all goes as planned, you could be flying into Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.) from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) in only 1 hour and 18 minutes. With such a fast flight time, contemplate traveling with just hand luggage.
How many hours flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
It takes a leisurely 1 hour and 22 minutes on average to jet from ORD to DSM. Pull out your guide book and start circling all the places you’ve always wanted to visit. It won’t be long before you’ll be seeing them in person.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Des Moines, IA Airport (DSM-Des Moines Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from ORD to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
A hassle-free, full-of-fun vacation starts with selecting a first-rate airline. American Airlines (AA) operates 125 flights every month from Chicago, IL Airport (ORD-O’Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Why not hop on board and see why it’s known as one of the best? United Airlines (UA) also services the route from Chicago Museum Campus to Downtown Des Moines. It’s another reliable choice and offers 152 flights each month.

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