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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Zurich (ZRH) from $706

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — ZRH
May 9 — May 161
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 May 4, 2024.

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September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,454

Round-trip from

$651
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Zurich?

Users have found that flying from Des Moines to Zurich on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Zurich?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Zurich from Des Moines average $1,062. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,062, as users have found deals to Zurich from as low as $592. The month of September appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Zurich from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 66%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Zurich (DSM - ZRH)?

When flying from Des Moines to Zurich, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Zurich

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Zurich. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Des Moines to Zurich. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 9/236:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/611:45 amZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$717
Mon 9/233:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/711:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$737
Mon 9/233:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/310:20 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$768
Mon 9/233:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/29:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$787
Mon 9/236:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/21:05 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$818
Sat 9/73:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$875
Sat 9/73:19 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops32h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$882
Sat 9/73:19 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops33h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/1611:55 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$902
Sat 9/76:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop17h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/169:50 amZRH - DSM
1 stop18h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,440

Cheap British Airways flights from Des Moines to Zurich

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Des Moines and Zurich. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on British Airways flights traveling from Des Moines to Zurich. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Mon 9/232:56 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 19mBritish Airways
Fri 2/710:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$743
Mon 9/232:56 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 19mBritish Airways
Sun 2/210:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$793

Des Moines to Zurich 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Zurich in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Zurich in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Fri 11/293:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/31:05 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$706
Fri 11/293:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/310:20 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$710
Mon 9/236:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/611:45 amZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$717
Mon 9/238:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/51:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops34h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$723
Mon 9/233:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/711:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$737
Mon 9/232:56 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 19mBritish Airways
Fri 2/710:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$743
Mon 9/233:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/310:20 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$768
Mon 9/233:19 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/29:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$787
Mon 9/232:56 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 19mBritish Airways
Sun 2/210:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$793

Find flights from Des Moines to Zurich within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Zurich 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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Budget

$717 - $853

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

1 stop33h 05m

Zurich

Thu 2/6

2 stops16h 06m

$717

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

2 stops17h 15m

Zurich

Wed 2/5

2 stops34h 38m

$723

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

1 stop12h 31m

Zurich

Fri 2/7

2 stops16h 17m

$737

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

2 stops14h 19m

Zurich

Fri 2/7

2 stops18h 30m

$743

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

1 stop12h 31m

Zurich

Mon 2/3

2 stops17h 31m

$768

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

2 stops14h 19m

Zurich

Sun 2/2

2 stops18h 45m

$793

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

3 stops17h 45m

Zurich

Tue 2/4

2 stops28h 35m

$829

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

3 stops17h 45m

Zurich

Tue 2/4

3 stops26h 35m

$843

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 9/23

3 stops17h 45m

Zurich

Wed 2/5

3 stops29h 10m

$853

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Deals found on 5/3

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Zurich. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Zurich flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Zurich by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Zurich by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Zurich is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $778. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Zurich (average of $651). Flying from Des Moines to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,424). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$661

February

$676

March

$769

April

$775

May

$858

June

$1,424

July

$1,253

August

$987

September

$924

October

$760

November

$656

December

$651

Temperature and rainfall in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZRH

Temperature

32 - 66.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Zurich, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, British Airways and Air Canada. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,134 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,134 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,134 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,899 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,134 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,876 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,134 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Zurich for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Zurich for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $717, but on average you can expect to pay $909.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($717), British Airways ($743), and Air Canada ($843) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Zurich. United Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Zurich?

    When booking a flight from Des Moines to Zurich, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does DSM to ZRH mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Zurich Airport (ZRH). Codes like Zurich Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Zurich that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Zurich flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Zurich with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Zurich flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Zurich that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Zurich offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Zurich?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Zurich flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Zurich flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Zurich flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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