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Cheap flights from Illinois to Des Moines from $74

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7:08 am - 12:48 pmSTL-DSM
5h 40m1 stop
5:03 am - 10:47 amDSM-STL
5h 44m1 stop
$166American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 15
9:44 am - 11:14 amORD-DSM
1h 30mnonstop
5:51 am - 7:30 amDSM-ORD
1h 39mnonstop
$189American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 18
12:25 pm - 4:35 pmORD-DSM
4h 10m1 stop
5:39 pm - 10:28 pmDSM-ORD
4h 49m1 stop
$208Delta
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Tue, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 18
11:48 am - 4:35 pmMDW-DSM
4h 47m1 stop
12:10 pm - 5:47 pmDSM-MDW
5h 37m1 stop
$208Delta
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Fri, Jan 3 - Fri, Jan 10
5:33 pm - 9:52 pmSTL-DSM
4h 19m1 stop
8:00 am - 2:24 pmDSM-STL
6h 24m1 stop
$216United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 25
1:00 pm - 2:21 pmORD-DSM
1h 21mnonstop
6:54 pm - 8:25 pmDSM-ORD
1h 31mnonstop
$219United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 12
12:15 pm - 10:00 pmORD-DSM
9h 45m1 stop
7:30 am - 2:25 pmDSM-ORD
6h 55m1 stop
$238Southwest
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Thu, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 7
8:15 pm - 9:25 pmSTL-DSM
1h 10mnonstop
11:50 am - 9:40 pmDSM-STL
9h 50m1 stop
$239Southwest
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 15
7:17 am - 1:39 pmMDW-DSM
30h 22m3 stops
3:35 pm - 8:14 pmDSM-MDW
28h 39m2 stops
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7:53 pm - 10:56 pmORD-DSM
27h 03m2 stops
8:00 am - 8:49 pmDSM-ORD
12h 49m1 stop
Wed, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 25
8:15 pm - 9:25 pmSTL-DSM
1h 10mnonstop
$74Southwest
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Wed, Dec 25
10:16 am - 3:08 pmSTL-DSM
4h 52m1 stop
$79American Airlines
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7:25 am - 4:07 pmORD-DSM
8h 42m1 stop
$85Frontier
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Fri, Dec 6
3:26 pm - 9:16 pmSTL-DSM
5h 50m1 stop
$88Delta
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Wed, Dec 18
6:00 am - 4:59 pmSTL-DSM
10h 59m2 stops
$93Delta
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Wed, Dec 18
8:20 pm - 9:52 pmORD-DSM
1h 32mnonstop
$95United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24
3:10 pm - 9:52 pmSTL-DSM
6h 42m1 stop
$108United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24
9:15 pm - 2:39 pmORD-DSM
17h 24m1 stop
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7:15 am - 4:07 pmMDW-DSM
8h 52m1 stop
$130Frontier
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Mon, Dec 9
8:30 am - 10:14 pmORD-DSM
13h 44m2 stops
Thu, Feb 6
9:40 am - 11:07 amORD-DSM
1h 27mnonstop
5:20 am - 6:52 amDSM-ORD
1h 32mnonstop
$294American Airlines
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Tue, Nov 26 - Sat, Nov 30
9:40 am - 11:07 amORD-DSM
1h 27mnonstop
4:00 pm - 5:34 pmDSM-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$349American Airlines
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Fri, Nov 22 - Tue, Nov 26
2:17 pm - 9:02 pmMDW-DSM
6h 45m1 stop
6:55 am - 11:08 amDSM-MDW
4h 13m1 stop
$363Delta
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Mon, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 22
4:00 pm - 11:00 pmORD-DSM
7h 00m1 stop
6:30 am - 4:45 pmDSM-ORD
10h 15m1 stop
$386Southwest
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6:00 am - 5:37 pmORD-DSM
11h 37m1 stop
7:06 pm - 12:15 pmDSM-ORD
17h 09m1 stop
$396Frontier
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4:00 pm - 11:00 pmORD-DSM
7h 00m1 stop
6:30 am - 4:45 pmDSM-ORD
10h 15m1 stop
$398Southwest
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 26
2:17 pm - 9:02 pmMDW-DSM
6h 45m1 stop
7:00 am - 1:35 pmDSM-MDW
6h 35m1 stop
$418Delta
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Fri, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 27
6:00 am - 5:37 pmORD-DSM
11h 37m1 stop
7:08 pm - 9:54 amDSM-ORD
14h 46m1 stop
$495Frontier
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Mon, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 22
12:57 pm - 3:29 pmORD-DSM
26h 32m2 stops
7:40 am - 8:15 pmDSM-ORD
12h 35m2 stops
Sat, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 25
7:39 pm - 9:40 pmORD-DSM
26h 01m2 stops
2:20 pm - 7:47 amDSM-ORD
17h 27m2 stops
Mon, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 22
9:44 am - 11:14 amORD-DSM
1h 30mnonstop
5:51 am - 7:30 amDSM-ORD
1h 39mnonstop
$189American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 18
8:24 pm - 10:10 pmORD-DSM
1h 46mnonstop
5:30 am - 7:02 amDSM-ORD
1h 32mnonstop
$190American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 3 - Tue, Jan 14
1:15 pm - 2:36 pmORD-DSM
1h 21mnonstop
5:51 am - 7:30 amDSM-ORD
1h 39mnonstop
$194American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 18
1:20 pm - 2:42 pmORD-DSM
1h 22mnonstop
5:51 am - 7:30 amDSM-ORD
1h 39mnonstop
$199American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 7
8:20 pm - 9:52 pmORD-DSM
1h 32mnonstop
8:00 am - 9:35 amDSM-ORD
1h 35mnonstop
$223United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sun, Dec 29
8:15 pm - 9:25 pmSTL-DSM
1h 10mnonstop
5:50 am - 7:10 amDSM-STL
1h 20mnonstop
$240Southwest
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 15
1:00 pm - 2:21 pmORD-DSM
1h 21mnonstop
3:23 pm - 4:51 pmDSM-ORD
1h 28mnonstop
$250United Airlines
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7:35 pm - 8:51 pmORD-DSM
1h 16mnonstop
8:00 am - 9:30 amDSM-ORD
1h 30mnonstop
$264United Airlines
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Fri, May 16 - Thu, May 22
10:30 am - 11:40 amSTL-DSM
1h 10mnonstop
6:25 pm - 7:30 pmDSM-STL
1h 05mnonstop
$394Southwest
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Sat, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 8
11:00 am - 12:10 pmSTL-DSM
1h 10mnonstop
6:50 am - 8:05 amDSM-STL
1h 15mnonstop
$485Southwest
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United Airlines flights from Illinois to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 24
STL5:33 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 19m
1 stop
DSM9:52 pmDes Moines
Dec 25
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
6h 24m
1 stop
STL2:24 pmLambert-St Louis
United Airlines
Dec 12
ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 21m
DSM2:21 pmDes Moines
Dec 12
DSM6:54 pmDes Moines
1h 31m
ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines
Dec 24
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 32m
DSM9:52 pmDes Moines
Dec 29
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
1h 35m
ORD9:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Delta flights from Illinois to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Jan 3
MDW11:48 amChicago Midway
4h 47m
1 stop
DSM4:35 pmDes Moines
Jan 10
DSM12:10 pmDes Moines
5h 37m
1 stop
MDW5:47 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Dec 11
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 10m
1 stop
DSM8:55 pmDes Moines
Dec 18
DSM10:23 amDes Moines
6h 07m
1 stop
ORD4:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Jan 15
STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis
5h 30m
1 stop
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
Jan 16
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
5h 19m
1 stop
STL11:14 pmLambert-St Louis

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Des Moines

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in November, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Illinois to Des Moines during October average around $249.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to Des Moines is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $282. Flights from Illinois to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $414. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Illinois to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $288. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $369. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Des Moines flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Des Moines for the best Illinois - Des Moines flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 33 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Des Moines. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $313. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Illinois for as low as $183 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Des Moines flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Des Moines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Des Moines flight.

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Best Price Found

$74

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $74. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $166.
The fastest flight from Illinois to Des Moines takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Illinois to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Illinois to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Des Moines?


Best airlines flying from Illinois to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $189Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,172 reviews
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