Chicago (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM) flights
Nonstop from Chicago O'Hare International to Des Moines International Airport: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
480km
298 mi, great circle
Flying time
1h 18m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
12
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying ORD to DSM
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) · we don't have DSM's route list yet
- All nonstop routes from Chicago (ORD)
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chicago to Des Moines?
About 1h 18m gate to gate for the 480 km (298 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from ORD to DSM?
American Airlines and United Airlines, with about 12 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).