Title: £91 Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM to CHI) - Expedia.co.uk ![City of Chicago. 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Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Return ## Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (CHI) ### September is typically the cheapest month to fly From £102 - £222 per traveller. Flight from Des Moines to Chicago route information | Origin airport | Des Moines Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | CHI-All Airports | | Distance | 415 km | ## Compare flights from Des Moines to Chicago easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Des Moines to Chicago. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to CHI-All Airports in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Des Moines Intl. to CHI-All Airports.   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Des Moines Intl. (DSM) to CHI-All Airports (CHI) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Chicago today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Des Moines Intl. to CHI-All Airports start at just and range up to .   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Des Moines and Chicago - booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Des Moines to Chicago flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Des Moines Intl. to CHI-All Airports for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.   ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from DSM to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)? > Round-trip tickets between Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) and Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) start from . This is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DSM to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)? > Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033). ### How do I find cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)? > With a flight distance of 420 kilometres, it's only a hop from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports). It might be a quick journey, but it's still worth bringing along something to read. ### Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)? > There are several airlines that fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports). United Airlines (UA) is a popular choice, offering 117 flights each month. Another carrier servicing this route is American Airlines (AA). You'll have 91 flights every month to select from. ### Are Des Moines Intl. Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from DSM to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) emerging a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. 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