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 $105 One Way, $207 Round Trip

Prices starting at $207 for return flights and $105 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.

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$207 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 4 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 7, priced at $207 found 5 days ago
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$208 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 4 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 7, priced at $208 found 5 days ago
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$212 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 4 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 7, priced at $212 found 5 days ago
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$213 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 4 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 7, priced at $213 found 5 days ago
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
DSM
Des Moines
$239 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 4 from Chicago to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 7, priced at $239 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
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$85 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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! (1,836 reviews)
"Ir was good."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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 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 and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"No remote control to change channels. Took staff 30 minutes to bring remote to my room after going to the front desk to let them know the problem. No hot water for my shower-warm at best."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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 23 to Jul 24
$80 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
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! (265 reviews)
"Fantastic value for money!"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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

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 20 to Jul 21
$80 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 (921 reviews)
"Room was not the greatest in condition. The smoking area was just outside our window. We could smell everything that was being smoked out there. However, for this price it is worth it as you get to enjoy a nice pool without a resort fee. As for the internet, arcade, and restaurant. The restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham 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! (1,012 reviews)
"Clean room. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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 19 to Jul 20
$161 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,221 reviews)
"clean room and amazing staff!!!!!!"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$85 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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! (1,836 reviews)
"Ir was good."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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 22 to Jul 23
$80 total
Jul 22 - Jul 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Reservation never honored from Expedia. Very shady room booking practices."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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
$114 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$128 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Clean room Friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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
$65 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$72 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
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! (941 reviews)
"Staff on duty upon arrival was helpful, thereafter not so. (1)Ice machine was not working; initially desk clerk said nothing could be done. After much cajoling, he brought some ice (which he said was not for guests). (2) (During the late evening and early morning hours, children were running up and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$80 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$90 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
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
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$71 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (100 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful. The room was clean and the entrance was also kept well. For the price, I thought it was overall very good. The outside of the hotel needed a lot of work. Weeds, dead grass and overgrown grass with weeds, and also the pavement was broken up here and there."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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 15 to Jul 16
$133 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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! (1,242 reviews)
"Dirty."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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 Jul 20 to Jul 21
$80 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 (921 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"Room was not the greatest in condition. The smoking area was just outside our window. We could smell everything that was being smoked out there. However, for this price it is worth it as you get to enjoy a nice pool without a resort fee. As for the internet, arcade, and restaurant. The restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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
$96 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$108 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! (1,195 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"Breakfast was okay!"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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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