Title: Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Chicago (DSM to ORD) - Expedia.co.uk ![City of Chicago. 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Airport (DSM) to ORD? > Round-trip flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to O'Hare Airport start from . This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now 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 Des Moines Intl. Airport to O'Hare Airport? > We understand that things crop up unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033) and follow the instructions. ### How do I find cheap flights from DSM to O'Hare Airport 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 DSM to O'Hare Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to O'Hare Airport? > That movie you've been desperate to see will have to wait — the flight distance between Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) and ORD (ORD) is only 480 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it. ### Which airlines fly direct from DSM to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)? > With 117 monthly flights operating from Des Moines Intl. Airport to ORD, United Airlines (UA) is a top choice. American Airlines (AA) is also worth considering. It offers 91 flights per month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a great deal from Des Moines to Chicago. ### Are DSM to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight tickets from Des Moines Intl. Airport to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may nab a great last-minute deal, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options — and you can avoid getting caught in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Des Moines Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | O'Hare Intl. | | Distance | 476 km | | Average flight time | 1 hour 31 mins | ## Book with confidence ### 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, airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to O'Hare Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Des Moines Intl. to O'Hare Intl..   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 O'Hare Intl. (ORD) 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 O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. 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. 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