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 $72 One Way, $134 Round Trip

Prices starting at $134 for return flights and $72 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, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$134 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $134 found 20 hours ago
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $146 found 1 day ago
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$148 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $148 found 1 day ago
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$154 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $154 found 6 hours ago
Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
DSM
Des Moines
ORD
Chicago
$164 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Des Moines to Chicago, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $164 found 20 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
$179 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$210 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,060 reviews)
"Very convenient. Staff was super nice."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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
$142 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$162 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,710 reviews)
"Great facility! Clean and wonderful staff"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
3.5 out of 5
5440 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL
$135 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$154 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,281 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Liked having a restaurant connected so we could have dinner before walking across the street to the Rosemont Theatre for a show. Breakfast was delicious with good variety."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr 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

Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
$166 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$194 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,920 reviews)
"It’s a historical building so it does have its worn down look. Beautiful overall. I just wish it wasn’t so expensive"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
4.5 out of 5
505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
$239 nightly
The price is $275 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$275 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, walk distance from best spots at Chicago"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
$178 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$209 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,395 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, and rooms were clean and comfortable! Overall a great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
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
$55 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$62 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total includes 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! (1,528 reviews)
"The room was clean and provided just what I needed -- a bed, a shower, a TV. I only stayed one night. While it is very close to O'Hare airport, the room was quiet. The air-conditioning unit acted like a white noise machine. Still I did not hear the traffic. The parking lot could use a repaving. All ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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
$91 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$101 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Bensenville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
6.8/10 (1,005 reviews)
"Good people work here"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

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
$87 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$99 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Schiller Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,540 reviews)
"I Iiked Cleanliness, staff & service, property"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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
$127 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$149 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,025 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St, Chicago, IL
$114 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
$134 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total includes 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 ...
7/10 Good! (2,232 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

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
$55 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$62 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total includes 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! (1,528 reviews)
"The room was clean and provided just what I needed -- a bed, a shower, a TV. I only stayed one night. While it is very close to O'Hare airport, the room was quiet. The air-conditioning unit acted like a white noise machine. Still I did not hear the traffic. The parking lot could use a repaving. All ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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
$209 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
$245 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,716 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and our 3 rooms had good views. Enjoyed the breakfasts and happy hour, plus convenient parking. Our only complaint was 2 days no one made up our room and one of our rooms had to beg for towels each day."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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
$199 nightly
The price is $230 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$230 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,774 reviews)
"The hotel was located close to the places we wanted to visit. Plus, it's pick up and drop off for car services was great"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

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
$220 nightly
The price is $258 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$258 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,388 reviews)
"The room was spacious, clean, and offered a nice view of the city. The location is amazing - very walkable and close to the Grand station. The only downside was the restaurant, which got a little too crowded during breakfast time."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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
Des Moines
Destination Airport
Chicago
Number Of Airlines Serving
15
Distance
297 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
5:00AM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Jul 16
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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