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 $124 One Way, $237 Round Trip

Prices starting at $237 for return flights and $124 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.

Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 13
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$237 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Wed, Jan 13, priced at $237 found 4 days ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 13
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$237 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Wed, Jan 13, priced at $237 found 4 days ago
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$241 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 3 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 7, priced at $241 found 3 days 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
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$251 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 3 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 7, priced at $251 found 3 days 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
$276 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$324 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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
$169 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$193 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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
$156 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$177 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,150 reviews)
"It’s a clean property with nice breakfast"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

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
$154 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$183 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,446 reviews)
"It’s OK , well we did book on Expedia. It didn’t show us that we paid a club room which was like a very very very small room for about $600 which is crazy so then we had to go upgrade to a standard. I should think that they should definitely lower the pricing for two nights of that really really ..."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

River 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
$179 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$213 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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! (2,238 reviews)
"It’s definitely an older style hotel/room. Our first room was very small. Our second room was much nicer and bigger. We also had Chicago police knock on a neighbors door, which of course would make you not at ease. I loved the location. Just probably wouldn’t stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
$164 nightly
The price is $195 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$195 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (10,246 reviews)
"Wasn’t bad thank you"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
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
$53 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$60 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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! (2,010 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff, outside area feels safe. I think these are the most important. Downside is no refrigerator in room. No microwave in room either but there is one in lobby downstairs."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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 4 to Oct 5
$110 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$116 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,167 reviews)
"The property looks like they were remodeling. Good breakfast and we love the location👍"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

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
$226 nightly
The price is $268 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$268 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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! (3,372 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Freehand Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St Chicago IL
$153 nightly
The price is $180 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$180 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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
$53 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$60 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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! (2,010 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff, outside area feels safe. I think these are the most important. Downside is no refrigerator in room. No microwave in room either but there is one in lobby downstairs."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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
$272 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$324 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (3,005 reviews)
"The room was very clean, although the bathtub had lots of rust around the fixture. Breakfast was good."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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
$309 nightly
The price is $367 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$367 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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! (2,646 reviews)
"The staff was excellent, and the food was great!"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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
$211 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$250 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
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
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

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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