Des MoinestoChicagoFlight Time
DSM–ORD · Nonstop
Des Moines (Des Moines International Airport) to Chicago (O'Hare International Airport).
The estimated flight time from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD) is about 1h 12m, covering 298 miles. United Airlines and American Airlines fly the route nonstop with 8-9/day departures, from 05:00 to 21:11 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 12m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 298 mi | Nonstop | 8-9/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Des Moines to Chicago
United Airlines and American Airlines operate 8-9/day flights from DSM to ORD.
- First departure
- 05:00
- Last departure
- 21:11
- Cadence
- ~hourly
- Scheduled departure times
- 19
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 6-7/day | Airbus A320 family, Bombardier CRJ, Embraer E-Jet · Seat map |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
ORD to DSM flights — 8-9/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for DSM, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 59 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chicago?
The estimated flight time from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD) is about 1h 12m, based on the 298-mile flying distance.
How far is Des Moines from Chicago?
Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD) is about 298 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to Chicago?
Yes. United Airlines and American Airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD), with 8-9/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
United Airlines and American Airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago (ORD).
What aircraft fly from Des Moines to Chicago?
The DSM–ORD route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Bombardier CRJ, Embraer E-Jet.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Des Moines
- OMA - OmahaEppley Airfield · 117 mi from DSMFlights from OMA
Near Chicago
- MDW - ChicagoChicago Midway International Airport · 15 mi from ORDFlights to MDW
- MKE - MilwaukeeGeneral Mitchell International Airport · 67 mi from ORDFlights to MKE