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$349+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Istanbul

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DSM — IST
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 9, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/310:59 am
DSM
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IST
2 stops32h 31m
Delta
Wed 8/195:20 pm
IST
-
DSM
2 stops32h 30m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$638
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/125:32 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops23h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/225:20 pm
IST
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DSM
2 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/122:45 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops28h 45m
Delta
Thu 7/234:25 am
IST
-
DSM
2 stops24h 24m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$683
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/205:52 pm
DSM
-
IST
2 stops25h 38m
Delta
Mon 7/274:25 am
IST
-
DSM
2 stops24h 24m
Delta
Deal found 6/5$753
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/242:41 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops28h 49m
Delta
Tue 9/294:25 am
IST
-
DSM
2 stops26h 04m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$808
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/33:24 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops22h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 8/191:55 pm
IST
-
DSM
2 stops56h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$872
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/36:50 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/191:55 pm
IST
-
DSM
3 stops56h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$878
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/46:45 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops23h 20m
Lufthansa
Sat 12/196:30 am
IST
-
DSM
2 stops25h 31m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/4$924
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/48:00 am
DSM
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IST
3 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/196:30 am
IST
-
DSM
2 stops23h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$946
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/216:50 pm
DSM
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IST
2 stops23h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 7/285:40 am
IST
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DSM
2 stops23h 42m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/8$955

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2026.

Round-trip from

$638
(Delta)

One-way from

$349
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,446
From Des Moines to Istanbul
One-way flight from Des Moines to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($251 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Mon 8/3

10:59 am-3:30 am

2 stops32h 31m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

5:20 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$638

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Sun 7/12

5:52 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 38m

Istanbul

Thu 7/23

4:25 am-8:49 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$683

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Mon 7/20

5:52 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 38m

Istanbul

Mon 7/27

4:25 am-8:49 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$753

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Mon 8/3

3:24 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 01m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

1:55 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops56h 19m

$872

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Mon 8/3

6:50 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

1:55 pm-2:16 pm

3 stops56h 21m

$878

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Fri 12/4

8:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops29h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 12/19

6:30 am-9:17 pm

2 stops23h 47m

$946
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 7/21

11:23 am-1:00 pm

2 stops17h 37m

Istanbul

Tue 7/28

1:55 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops17h 01m

$1,009

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 7/21

2:45 pm-3:30 am

2 stops28h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 7/28

4:25 am-8:49 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$1,018

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Sun 7/19

5:52 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 38m

Istanbul

Sun 7/26

5:20 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops31h 32m

$1,059

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Thu 7/23

2:45 pm-3:30 am

2 stops28h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 7/30

4:25 am-8:49 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$1,078

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Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated June 9, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Istanbul?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Istanbul. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Istanbul can take about 32h 31m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $638. Des Moines and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 5674 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($572), and Delta ($638) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Istanbul. Users have found that United Airlines is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$572Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$638Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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