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 $133 One Way, $244 Round Trip

Prices starting at $244 for return flights and $133 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, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 8
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 8, priced at $244 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 8
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$254 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 8, priced at $254 found 6 days ago
Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Sep 2
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$256 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 29 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $256 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 8
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$257 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 8, priced at $257 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 8
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$257 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Wed, Jul 8, priced at $257 found 6 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
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$85 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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! (1,800 reviews)
"Great area nice room location"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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
$67 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$75 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Side entrances were filthy with spiders and bugs. Pool was out of order. Hallways dirty."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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
$67 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$74 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (211 reviews)
"Rooms were ok. Beds were also ok. Furniture had scratches all over them. Was charged more than I expected to be. Staff was slow to come to counter, and was kinda rude. Room smelled horrible when we first checked in. Save you money and go to a better hotel close by."

Reviewed on May 31, 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

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
$130 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$146 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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! (1,172 reviews)
"Beautiful lobby. The building has kept much of it's old character and charm. Staff were extremely nice! Gym is very clean and updated. Only thing I would ask for is better condiments for starbuck's coffee in the room. Please stop those packets containing the sweet and lo, powdered creamer etc... ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$85 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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! (1,800 reviews)
"Great area nice room location"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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
$94 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$105 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"The rooms were very nice and clean. The staff were great and breakfast was very good."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$85 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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! (1,800 reviews)
"Great area nice room location"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
$71 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was very friendly, breakfast was good"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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 Jun 28 to Jun 29
$137 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Needs some updates, but clean and well kept. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on May 31, 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
$54 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$61 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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! (894 reviews)
"No microwave. Noisy air conditioners. The room was clean."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$67 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$75 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
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! (657 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on May 15, 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
$51 nightly
The price is $57 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$57 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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. ...
7/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable rooms, nice pool. Breakfast was good. My only complaint is that the staff wasn't friendly at all."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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
$113 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$127 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,253 reviews)
"Highly recommend. Very clean. Staff extra friendly and helpful. Great location with easy interstate highway access. Plenty of restaurants to choose from. Great breakfast. Many children and pets running around."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

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 Jun 8 to Jun 9
$80 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
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 (843 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"This property was priced well and had a restaurant with bar on site. The water part closes at 9 pm so that was a bummer as we were unable to use it and it looked very enjoyable. The pasta we ate was delicious and priced fairly as well."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 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
$97 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$109 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (1,165 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"Nice place. Good price. Great breakfast and nice store inside"

Reviewed on May 30, 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.

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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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