HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Istanbul

$625+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — IST
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to Istanbul with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap 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 (IST). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$641
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$625
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$917
From Des Moines to Istanbul
Search Deals
One-way flight from Des Moines to Istanbul
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Search Deals

Find 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 July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1212:44 pmDSM - IST
2 stops19h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/198:15 amIST - DSM
2 stops23h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$641
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/123:10 pmDSM - IST
2 stops25h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 8/197:55 pmIST - DSM
2 stops28h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/3$643
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/122:12 pmDSM - IST
2 stops29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/195:05 pmIST - DSM
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$734
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/135:55 pmDSM - IST
2 stops25h 30mDelta
Wed 8/205:05 pmIST - DSM
2 stops31h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/2$739
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1211:04 amDSM - IST
2 stops32h 06mKLM
Sun 11/165:10 amIST - DSM
2 stops25h 14mKLM
Deal found 7/1$799
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/136:50 pmDSM - IST
2 stops18h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/202:00 pmIST - DSM
3 stops39h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$887
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:25 amDSM - IST
3 stops21h 45mAir Canada
Tue 8/197:45 amIST - DSM
3 stops22h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 7/3$975

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

12:44 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops19h 46m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

8:15 am-11:17 pm

2 stops23h 02m

$641

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

3:10 pm-1:05 am

2 stops25h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

7:55 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$643

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

2:12 pm-3:25 am

2 stops29h 13m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

5:05 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$734

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

5:55 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 8/20

5:05 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$739

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

11:04 am-4:10 am

2 stops32h 06m

Istanbul

Sun 11/16

5:10 am-9:24 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$799

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

6:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 8/20

2:00 pm-9:45 pm

3 stops39h 45m

$887

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

11:25 am-5:10 pm

3 stops21h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

7:45 am-9:45 pm

3 stops22h 00m

$975

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

6:50 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$625

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

11:25 am-5:10 pm

3 stops21h 45m

$1,402

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Istanbul. 4 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($641), British Airways ($643), and Delta ($739) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Des Moines?

Book flights to Des Moines if you plan to visit one of these locations
Yalova

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to Istanbul

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Omaha to Istanbul flights
Cedar Rapids to Istanbul flights
Moline to Istanbul flights

Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$748Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$768Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$866Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$901Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.