Traveling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
A direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport takes on average 1 hour 24 minutes. Des Moines's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Chicago.
Choose from 71 weekly flights from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. The 05:40 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available from ORD to DSM. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:20 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To break up your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the ORD - DSM route include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
C$147 is the best price for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Return flights start from C$266. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ORD to DSM.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Traveling from central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ORD:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
Des Moines International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the center of Des Moines. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 14 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 43 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Des Moines based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Des Moines International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Des Moines during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to DSM in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 2ºC then.
More about Des Moines
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Des Moines right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from ORD to DSM:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Hy-Vee Hall and Evelyn K Davis Park are must-have experiences during your Des Moines visit.
Complete your Des Moines trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Des Moines International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Des Moines escape.
