Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Des Moines
Outbound – Nov 12, 2026
direct
1h 32m Return – Nov 15, 2026
direct
1h 45m $306
today
Chicago – Des Moines
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
direct
1h 40m Return – Dec 7, 2026
direct
1h 25m $386
yesterday
Chicago – Des Moines
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
direct
1h 20m Return – Nov 22, 2026
direct
1h 30m $398
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$227
Average price of a round trip
$286
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h31
A flight from Chicago to Des Moines takes on average 1h31.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Des Moines is July.
The best flight deals for a weekend
Chicago – Des Moines
Outbound – Nov 12, 2026
direct
1h 32m Return – Nov 15, 2026
direct
1h 45m $306
today
Chicago – Des Moines
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
direct
1h 20m Return – Nov 22, 2026
direct
1h 44m $402
2 days ago
Chicago – Des Moines
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
direct
1h 20m Return – Nov 22, 2026
direct
1h 30m $398
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Des Moines
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Des Moines (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $245 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and August.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 24 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Des Moines costs on average $303.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Des Moines
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $227 to $639
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $286
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 20°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Des Moines, USA
airports :
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Ankeny Regional Airport (IKV)
local time :
Des Moines is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Des Moines, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 12°C, with a minimum of 7°C and a maximum of 19°C.
The city of Des Moines has 2 airport(s): Des Moines and Ankeny
Useful info about Des Moines
What is the least touristic period to go to Des Moines?
If you want to visit Des Moines during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to Des Moines?
In Des Moines, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Des Moines?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 24 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 4% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Des Moines is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Des Moines?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Des Moines.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Des Moines?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Des Moines?
In summer, the average temperature is 23°C in Des Moines and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 131 mm in Des Moines and 145 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Des Moines and it rains less in Des Moines. In winter, it is colder in Chicago and it rains more in Chicago.
