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 $86 One Way, $160 Round Trip

Prices starting at $160 for return flights and $86 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.

Tue, May 14 - Mon, May 20
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$160 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 14 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 20, priced at $160 found 6 days ago
Tue, May 14 - Sat, May 18
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$204 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 14 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sat, May 18, priced at $204 found 6 days ago
Tue, May 14 - Sat, May 25
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$214 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 14 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sat, May 25, priced at $214 found 6 days ago
Thu, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 12
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$228 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 6 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $228 found 1 day ago
Wed, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 12
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$260 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 7 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Aug 12, priced at $260 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 $70 per night from May 12 to May 13
$70
per night
May 12 - May 13
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! (1,136 reviews)
"Fast, easy check-in and proximity to airport"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

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 $118 per night from May 26 to May 27
$118
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is $71 per night from May 26 to May 27
$71
per night
May 26 - May 27
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (886 reviews)
"Just what we needed between flights."

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

AmericInn 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.

Hotels In Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
The price is $63 per night from May 12 to May 13
$63
per night
May 12 - May 13
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 and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (575 reviews)
Not great but not bad
"This hotel was average, I'd say. Not bad, not good. The windows on the highway side were thin & could hear the interstate. Walls were thin too and pillows were all feather so not a lot of support. Breakfast was decent."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
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 $102 per night from May 26 to May 27
$102
per night
May 26 - May 27
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 helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,134 reviews)
"Great place to stay, super clean. Beds and pillows were super comfortable. Breakfast smelled great, we left before it opened unfortunately. Pool looked cool as heck but we didn't have time to try it. Bar with a bit of food selection was great. Staff amazing."

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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 $70 per night from May 12 to May 13
$70
per night
May 12 - May 13
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! (1,136 reviews)
"Fast, easy check-in and proximity to airport"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

Days Inn & Suites 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.

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 $70 per night from May 12 to May 13
$70
per night
May 12 - May 13
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! (1,136 reviews)
"Fast, easy check-in and proximity to airport"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

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 $70 per night from May 12 to May 13
$70
per night
May 12 - May 13
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 and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (771 reviews)
"The girl at the front desk, her name was something like Celina, or close to that. She was the most wonderful, kind, and friendly person I have ever encountered at any motel, hotel or other place where it really counts to GREAT customer service. We stayed a total of 3 nights at your property. As we ..."

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

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 $118 per night from May 26 to May 27
$118
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

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

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 $53 per night from May 19 to May 20
$53
per night
May 19 - May 20
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 (1,002 reviews)
"It had warm breakfast& was bestmotel for 65 bucks that ive ever rented. Was hair better then rest in same category"

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines
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 $68 per night from May 12 to May 13
$68
per night
May 12 - May 13
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 ...
6.8/10 (1,003 reviews)
"The staff very helpful."

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

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 $74 per night from May 12 to May 13
$74
per night
May 12 - May 13
Stay at this motel in 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 reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (549 reviews)
"Had a nice stay. The facility is close to a busy road so I heard the traffic very early but that isn't the facilities fault. Clean and the staff was helpful and nice"

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2024

Cozy Rest Motel
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

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 $94 per night from May 12 to May 13
$94
per night
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,003 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, waterpark, game room, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...
"Good"

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Wildwood Lodge
Wildwood Lodge
3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA
The price is $98 per night from May 13 to May 14
$98
per night
May 13 - May 14
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,367 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travelers say...
"We always like to stay at the wildwood Lodge. It’s clean affordable, and the staff are always helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Wildwood Lodge
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 $98 per night from May 27 to May 28
$98
per night
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, game room, extra beds/cribs, games and toys

I will come back.
"Ladies at front desk were so kind and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

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.

Map To Nearby Hotels

ORD to DSM Route Info

Origin Airport
Chicago
Destination Airport
Des Moines
Number Of Airlines Serving
13
Distance
297 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
1:33PM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
May 18
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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