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

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Cheap Flights from DSM to ORD starting at $119 One Way, $237 Round Trip

Prices starting at $237 for return flights and $119 for one-way flights to O'Hare 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.

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 29, priced at $237 found 3 hours ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 29, priced at $237 found 3 hours ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$241 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 29, priced at $241 found 3 hours ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 13
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$247 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Wed, Jan 13, priced at $247 found 4 days ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$251 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 29, priced at $251 found 3 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near O'Hare Intl.

Airport Hotels near O'Hare Intl.

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

4 out of 5
O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL
$212 nightly
The price is $248 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$248 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

4 out of 5
9300 Bryn Mawr Ave Rosemont IL
$172 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$196 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG

3 out of 5
6600 Mannheim Road, building 2 Rosemont IL
$146 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$166 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont 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 Chicago

River Hotel

River Hotel

4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive Chicago IL
$169 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$201 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
River Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
$153 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$182 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (10,210 reviews)
"Great location. Hotel has had so many remodels that much of the historic charm is lost under white paint. Didn't expect the rooms to have window air units in lieu of central air and heating. Very noisy."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

4 out of 5
1301 N State Pkwy Chicago IL
$134 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$159 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,326 reviews)
"L"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
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.

Chicago Hotels With Airport Transportation

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

2 out of 5
2881 Touhy Ave Elk Grove Village IL
$66 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$75 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Elk Grove Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,000 reviews)
"The room was clean, check in was easy, perfectly fine for one night. Booked two beds, but only got one. Asked the front counter about it they said "even if you wanted to switch rooms can't cause we're booked""

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL

3 out of 5
777 E Grand Avenue Bensenville IL
$100 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$110 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bensenville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL
Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport

Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport

3 out of 5
4200 North River Road Schiller Park IL
$99 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$113 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Schiller Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare 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 Chicago Hotels

Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

4 out of 5
19 East Ohio Street Chicago IL
$189 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$225 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,387 reviews)
"Absolutely horrible room, and an awful experience overall (and not even cheap!) When I checked in, I was casually told: “Oh your queen room is actually going to smell really weird so we’ve moved you into a quad room” - I agreed because I had to. No explanation. No apology for moving me to a lesser ..."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Freehand Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St Chicago IL
$159 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$189 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare

2 out of 5
2881 Touhy Ave Elk Grove Village IL
$66 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$75 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Elk Grove Village. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,000 reviews)
"The room was clean, check in was easy, perfectly fine for one night. Booked two beds, but only got one. Asked the front counter about it they said "even if you wanted to switch rooms can't cause we're booked""

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare
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 Chicago

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
511 North Columbus Drive Chicago IL
$233 nightly
The price is $277 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$277 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,022 reviews)
"Great location and awesome staff! Breakfast and happy hour were pleasant surprises for our family. Enjoyed the amenities - simple but worked well for a short 4-day trip for our family with kids."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St Chicago IL
$275 nightly
The price is $327 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$327 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,671 reviews)
"Historic Palmer House does not disappoint. Rooms are small, but who cares when you can hang out in that beautiful lobby!"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

4 out of 5
600 N State St Chicago IL
$203 nightly
The price is $241 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$241 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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.

DSM to ORD Route Info

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Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to ORD?
With several companies providing nonstop flights from DSM to ORD, you won't need to bother about swapping planes or killing time on a layover. For a comfortable, stress-free journey, we recommend traveling with United Airlines or American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to O'Hare Airport?
If the weather is good and all goes according to plan, you could be flying into O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) in as little as 1 hour and 28 minutes. With such a short flight time, contemplate taking carry-on luggage only.
How many hours flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to O'Hare Airport?
On average, it takes just 1 hour and 34 minutes to jet from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). With such a short flight time, you'll have to save that movie marathon for a longer adventure.
What airlines have the most flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to ORD?
While there are numerous airlines with flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), there are a couple that stand out in the popularity stakes. American Airlines (AA) is one of the most sought after and offers 97 flights every month. United Airlines (UA) will also take you to your destination in comfort and style. Offering 121 monthly flights between Des Moines and Chicago, it's another traveler favorite.

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