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Des Moines to Chicago: what the flight costs
In the last 60 days we checked this route 3 times. The typical round trip was $651 per person and the lowest $651, taxes and fees included.
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| Lowest seen | $651 |
| Typical (median) | $651 |
| Price checks, 60 days | 3 |
Every fare we found in the last 30 days
| Checked | Trip dates | Per person | Airline | Stops | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | Oct 23–25, 2026 | $651 | UA | nonstop | 1h 34m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Oct 16–18, 2026 | $727 | UA | nonstop | 1h 36m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Oct 23–25, 2026 | $651 | UA | nonstop | 1h 34m | Kiwi.com |
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Questions about Des Moines to Chicago
What does a round trip from Des Moines to Chicago usually cost?
Over the last 60 days the typical price we found was $651 per person, taxes and fees included, across 3 checks; the lowest was $651.
When is the best time to fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
Chicago is at its best in May, June, July, August, September and October. Avoid December, January, February, March: Bitter cold and wind off the lake
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
No, a government photo ID is enough for US citizens.