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- Airlines seen
- United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines
- Reported fastest flight
- 1h 38m
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Des Moines to Chicago. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 498 km
- Reported fastest flight
- 1h 38m
- Alternative airports
- CGX, DPA, MDW, PWK, RFD
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with United Airlines, Southwest Airlines. Check current timetables.
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Airport to city: straight-line distance
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) → Des Moines, city gazetteer reference point (41.5868, -93.6250): ≈ 6 km.
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) → Chicago, city gazetteer reference point (41.8781, -87.6298): ≈ 14 km.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → Chicago, city gazetteer reference point (41.8781, -87.6298): ≈ 25 km.
- Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) → Chicago, city gazetteer reference point (41.8781, -87.6298): ≈ 126 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Frequently asked
How much was a flight from Des Moines to Chicago?
A fare of €93 was seen on 6 Oct 2026. Fares change, so search your dates for the current price.
Are there direct flights from Des Moines to Chicago?
Yes. Published schedules report non-stop flights on this route with United Airlines, Southwest Airlines.
Which airlines fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
Routavio has seen these carriers on the route: United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines.
How many of the observed Des Moines to Chicago fares were non-stop?
5 of the 5 fares we observed were non-stop; the rest included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
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Last checked: 29 Oct 2026