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Cheap Flights to Des Plaines from $45 One Way, $97 Round Trip

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Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 5 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Sun, Sep 6, priced at $97 found 8 hours ago
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $117 just found
Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Wed, Oct 14, priced at $120 just found
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$191 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $191 found 8 hours ago
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$200 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 2 from Los Angeles Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Tue, Oct 6, priced at $200 found 18 hours ago
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 17 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $208 just found
Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Sep 24
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$213 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 19 from Los Angeles Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $213 found 6 days ago
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
RFD
Greater Rockford
$217 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 22 from Los Angeles Intl. to Greater Rockford, returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $217 found 17 hours ago
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$217 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 2 from Los Angeles Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Tue, Oct 6, priced at $217 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$217 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Los Angeles Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $217 found 16 hours ago

Des Plaines Flight Information

Traveling To
Des Plaines
Destination Airport IATA Code
CHI
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta, United
Flight Price
$97
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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Des Plaines economy flight packages

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Level Chicago - River North
4.0-star property

Level Chicago - River North

Sep 25 - Sep 28

3 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $960, price is now $590 per person
$590
per person
found 1 day ago
Swissotel - Chicago
4.5-star property

Swissotel - Chicago

Sep 25 - Sep 28

3 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $1,017, price is now $594 per person
$594
per person
found 1 day ago
Level Chicago – Old Town
4.0-star property

Level Chicago – Old Town

Oct 5 - Oct 9

4 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $1,567, price is now $936 per person
$936
per person
found 1 day ago
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Des Plaines premium economy flight packages

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Swissotel - Chicago
4.5-star property

Swissotel - Chicago

9/10 Wonderful! (3,553 reviews)

Sep 27 - Sep 30

3 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,136, price is now $838 per person
$838
per person
found 16 hours ago
The views are nice. The room is more simple. The bathroom needs to be upgraded. Definitely just 3.5-4*. The late night snack area is a nice feature though.

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
4.0-star property

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,045 reviews)

Sep 27 - Sep 30

3 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,265, price is now $912 per person
$912
per person
found 16 hours ago
❤️

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

The Talbott, Autograph Collection
4.5-star property

The Talbott, Autograph Collection

9.4/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)

Oct 22 - Oct 25

3 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,145, price is now $862 per person
$862
per person
found 1 day ago

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Des Plaines first class flight packages

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Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
4.0-star property

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,045 reviews)

Sep 27 - Sep 29

2 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines • Roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,121, price is now $891 per person
$891
per person
found 1 day ago
❤️

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt
4.5-star property

Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,398 reviews)

Oct 14 - Oct 18

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines • FirstClass

Chicago (ORD) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

Frontier Airlines • FirstClass
Price was $1,527, price is now $1,239 per person
$1,239
per person
found 1 day ago

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
5.0-star property

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,986 reviews)

Sep 27 - Sep 29

2 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines • Roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,316, price is now $1,098 per person
$1,098
per person
found 1 day ago
Nice place and location, especially if you have a good room. It's expensive but you get good experiance

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Des Plaines?
Take your pick of 20 airlines that fly into O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), the leading airport in the city. With all those options, you're certain to walk away with a terrific deal. Here are some of the best international airlines that'll get you to Des Plaines — and then exploring every nook and cranny of this city:

  • United Airlines - 612 flights to Des Plaines per month
  • American Airlines - 339 flights to Des Plaines per month
  • Air Canada - 190 flights to Des Plaines per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Des Plaines?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), around 4 miles south of downtown Des Plaines, is one choice. Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) is another. Compare the flight deals to both airports, along with which terminal may be more convenient for you.
How much is a flight to Des Plaines?
Last week, prices fluctuated between $97 and $217 for a round-trip fare to Des Plaines. One-way fares originating from Atlanta (ATL) dipped to a low $45 during the same time period.
How to book the cheapest flight to Des Plaines?
With some of the most incredible flight deals around, you'll get more for your money with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you snap up cheap flights to Des Plaines — and leave you with more money in your pocket:

  • Taking off from or arriving at nearby airports can be cheaper. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports. Next, select the 'Nearby airports' function below to look through your options.
  • If your plans aren't cast in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link to browse flight deals for multiple departure dates. If you find a suitable cheaper fare, go with it.
  • To filter your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also select whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • The early bird gets the most rewarding deals, so book as soon as you've worked out your travel dates. The most affordable fares get snapped up fast and prices generally climb as the departure date nears.
  • Combine your flights, hotels and car rental into a value-for-money package deal. Save your hard-earned money for things that really excite you, like discovering every corner of Des Plaines.
  • Flying during peak season can mean steep airfares. Try to plan your trip outside of popular periods, such as Christmas, New Year's Eve and Easter.

How long is a flight to Des Plaines?
The United States is big, so that depends on where you're departing from. To make vacation planning a bit easier, we've selected three of the top routes to Des Plaines and worked out their average flight times:

  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 40 minutes
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 51 minutes
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 13 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Des Plaines?
If you can, book your flights to Des Plaines in January. This is the best month to score low airfares, followed by February and August. With a bit of organizing, you're sure to find a cheap flight with Orbitz.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Des Plaines?
In general, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days to book flights to Des Plaines. If you're looking for unbeatable airfares, search across those days and you're likely to score a terrific flight deal.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Des Plaines?
If you're searching for cheap flights to Des Plaines, depart early in the week. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is the cheapest day to fly out, followed by Tuesday. Saturday has the most expensive fares, so avoid this day and do your wallet a favor.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Plaines?
Jet off in August if you're sticking to a budget. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month for cheap flights to Des Plaines. June is when ticket prices really go up.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
When searching for flights on Orbitz, click on "Filter by flexible change policies." This filter will quickly find all the carriers offering free cancellation and no change fees. That means you can relax knowing that if things unexpectedly change, your ticket can too.
What do I need for the flight to Des Plaines?
The secret to a successful flight is to prepare well. Listed below are some tips that'll help get you ready for your adventure:

  • Before you board the plane, you'll need to present a valid form of government ID, like a passport. You'll also need your ticket. If you're traveling with the kids, check with your airline about which documents they may need.
  • To keep you occupied on the short hop to Des Plaines, download some new tracks or restock the audiobook library on your smartphone. Food can also be a tasty distraction while in the air, so maybe even bring some light snacks.
  • No matter what the temperature is doing outside, plane cabins can get seriously cold. Bring a hoodie on board to keep yourself comfortable.

How many direct flights are there to Des Plaines?
Each month, there are 2,332 direct flights to Des Plaines. Select from an excellent range of airlines, including United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Other carriers that jet to Des Plaines nonstop are Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Air Canada.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Des Plaines?
There are ways of booking first or business-class fares to Des Plaines that won't burn a hole through your savings. Pick up a seat in the pointy end of the plane for less with these handy tips:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and wait for early bird or last-minute sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • Plenty of low-cost airlines these days have superb business or premium-class seating for a reasonable price.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions or upgrade your seat through your flight loyalty scheme.

How to get into Des Plaines from the airport?
Zip into central Des Plaines with an O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) car rental. Thrifty Car Rental and Dollar are two leading agencies at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Throw your bags in the trunk, head 4 miles to the north and you'll be in the hustle and bustle of the city in next to no time. Plenty of travelers also use public transportation or taxis to travel into town. From there, you can still rent a ride to explore more of the region with one of our Des Plaines car rentals.
What is the best time to go to Des Plaines?
Anytime is a fantastic time to experience Des Plaines, though May, July and August are the liveliest months. As with most places in the Northern Hemisphere, summer kicks off June 20. If you'd like to spend your days in a short-sleeved top than a heavy winter jacket, this time of year may be ideal for you. Expect average daytime highs of 75 ºF and nightly lows around 65 ºF.
Travel tips for Des Plaines

  • Wear your most comfortable kicks and explore this city on foot. There are plenty of fantastic attractions to take in, such as Allstate Arena and Rivers Casino.
  • You'll also want to check out the sights a quick drive from Des Plaines's center. Set out for Wrigley Field and McCormick Place and see another side of this vibrant destination.
  • When you want to explore other parts of Chicago, arrange a car rental and follow the road signs to Calumet City. Harvey is another popular city with a great deal to do and see.

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