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 $131 One Way, $275 Round Trip

Prices starting at $275 for return flights and $131 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.

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$275 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 21, priced at $275 found 5 days ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$283 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 21, priced at $283 found 5 days ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 8
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$295 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $295 found 6 days ago
Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 23
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$298 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 22 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Sun, Aug 23, priced at $298 found 5 days ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$298 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 21, priced at $298 found 5 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
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$88 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,822 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and rooms were perfectly cleaned. The price for the room was very acceptable. My only complaint would be the water pressure when I showered. I would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$80 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I arrived late and departed early. I docked a point from the cleanliness score not due to the housekeeping, but because the room was carpeted and I cannot trust the cleanliness of carpets, even if they have been vacuumed or even shampooed. The desk to my room was missing its chair. I didn't need ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1810 Army Post Road Des Moines IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$80 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
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! (259 reviews)
"The manager would not talk to us. Staff said he would call at 9:30 when he arrived but no call. He was still not available at 10:00 so I knew it was as pointless to try again. We requested to speak with because of issues and counter staff said he himself could not answer questions. Also, one must ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Clarion 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.

Hotels In Des Moines

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
$106 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$119 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was clean, updated, and staff was very nice."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$88 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,822 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and rooms were perfectly cleaned. The price for the room was very acceptable. My only complaint would be the water pressure when I showered. I would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
$144 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$161 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,211 reviews)
"Everything was beautiful, clean, and comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$88 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,822 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and rooms were perfectly cleaned. The price for the room was very acceptable. My only complaint would be the water pressure when I showered. I would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

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
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$80 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
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 in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"First thing I noticed when I got to my room was someone put a shower cap over the smoke detector. This was obviously done so someone could smoke in the room. There was a ceramic tile on the bathroom floor that was broken and would pop out when stepped on. It was sharp and could easily cut someone’s ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

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
$122 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$137 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"All very Good!"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

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

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
$58 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$65 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (929 reviews)
"You can the place was once a nice Motel 6, but the upkeep of the building has long since suffered. Rooms are tiny. I thought I was getting a deluxe suite because that’s what I paid for, but instead it was a regular room. For the price, a one night stay in a hurry was fine, but beyond one night, look ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$72 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$81 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (663 reviews)
"a hidden gem that’s getting polished by the day. good manager. very helpful. stay here!!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Cozy Rest Motel
Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

2 out of 5
1258 8th St West Des Moines IA
$56 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$63 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total with taxes and fees
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. ...
7.2/10 Good! (95 reviews)
"Room was pretty clean over all. Property outside had bedding and clothing laying all around. It was obviously an old building. Pool room was not great. Very old cobwebs all over and a large spider IN the POOL. Pool towels were not available. Breakfast was ok. The usual; eggs, sausage, waffles, toast, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive
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

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$119 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$133 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Wildwood Lodge
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
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$80 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.8/10 (910 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...
"Everything was filthy, poorly kept, and the place smells terrible. Breakfast is a joke. Pool was disgusting we didnt even swim in it. One of the worst places we have stayed"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
$102 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$114 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,183 reviews)

Families like: Game room, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
"Grandkids loved the indoor pool and jacuzzi (also there's a sauna), and game room. I appreciated the 2 sinks in the room, with one being outside the bathroom. With 4 of us it was so much easier getting ready. Good breakfast, outdoor eating areas and random places to relax and socialize throughout ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

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.

ORD to DSM Route Info

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

Are there non-stop flights from ORD to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
You'll be pleased to hear that you can fly straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Direct flights can be booked with multiple companies, including United Airlines and American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DSM?
If you're of the opinion that your vacation hours should be spent 'vacationing' instead of flying, you'll enjoy the ride from ORD to DSM. It's a wonderfully short 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How many hours flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DSM?
It takes just 1 hour and 32 minutes on average to fly from ORD to DSM. Whip out your guide book and start circling all the special places you want to visit. It won't be long before you'll be seeing them for yourself.
What airlines have the most flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to DSM?
Going on vacation is one of life's greatest pleasures, but how you get to your destination should be just as enjoyable. Look into booking your flight from O'Hare Airport to DSM with American Airlines (AA). One of the most popular airlines, it offers 97 flights on this route each month. Alternatively, secure your favorite seat with United Airlines (UA). You'll have 121 monthly flights between Chicago and Des Moines to choose from with this carrier.

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