$773+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Athens (ATH)
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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ATH
Nov 18 — Nov 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to AthensExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 19, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 19, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 12/210:30 am -
2 stops30h 50m
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2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 10/17![Delta logo]()
$845
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/306:45 pm -
2 stops22h 45m
Mon 12/712:55 pm -
2 stops36h 19m
Deal found 10/16![United Airlines logo]()
$854
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/299:00 pm -
2 stops44h 30m
Sun 12/61:00 pm -
2 stops42h 15m
Deal found 10/15![United Airlines logo]()
$875
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/298:00 am -
3 stops18h 55m
Sun 12/66:45 am -
3 stops20h 34m
Deal found 10/15![Air Canada logo]()
$896
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/298:00 am -
3 stops18h 55m
Sun 12/61:00 pm -
2 stops18h 15m
Deal found 10/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$897
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/291:58 pm -
2 stops21h 17m
Sun 12/67:55 am -
2 stops24h 38m
Deal found 10/15![British Airways logo]()
$902
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 12/68:00 am -
2 stops19h 00m
Wed 12/97:05 am -
2 stops20h 14m
Deal found 10/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,095
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Mon 12/216:42 pm -
2 stops56h 18m
Sun 12/271:00 pm -
2 stops40h 23m
Deal found 10/18![Air Canada logo]()
$1,108
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/16:45 pm -
2 stops34h 55m
Fri 11/62:30 pm -
2 stops16h 29m
Deal found 10/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,194
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:25 am -
2 stops32h 00m
Sat 11/78:15 pm -
2 stops30h 41m
Deal found 10/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,213
Best flights from Des Moines to AthensDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Athens that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Athens that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 19, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/12:03 pm -
2 stops17h 52m
Mon 3/85:00 pm -
2 stops34h 02m
Deal found 10/17![British Airways logo]()
$773
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 2/63:10 pm -
2 stops37h 30m
Sat 2/137:05 am -
2 stops22h 10m
Deal found 10/15![United Airlines logo]()
$834
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 12/210:30 am -
2 stops30h 50m
Wed 12/911:45 am -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 10/17![Delta logo]()
$845
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Mon 12/216:42 pm -
2 stops56h 18m
Sun 12/271:00 pm -
2 stops40h 23m
Deal found 10/18![Air Canada logo]()
$1,108
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/306:45 pm -
2 stops22h 45m
Mon 12/712:55 pm -
2 stops36h 19m
Deal found 10/16![United Airlines logo]()
$854
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/291:58 pm -
2 stops21h 17m
Sun 12/67:55 am -
2 stops24h 38m
Deal found 10/15![British Airways logo]()
$902
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 1/810:55 am -
2 stops21h 35m
Thu 1/146:10 am -
2 stops36h 08m
Deal found 10/15![Delta logo]()
$905
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/299:00 pm -
2 stops44h 30m
Sun 12/61:00 pm -
2 stops42h 15m
Deal found 10/15![United Airlines logo]()
$875
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 12/68:00 am -
2 stops19h 00m
Wed 12/97:05 am -
2 stops20h 14m
Deal found 10/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,095
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to AthensDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Athens. Data last updated October 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Athens. Data last updated October 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/16:45 pm -
2 stops34h 55m
Fri 11/62:30 pm -
2 stops16h 29m
Deal found 10/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,194
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:25 am -
2 stops32h 00m
Sat 11/78:15 pm -
2 stops30h 41m
Deal found 10/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/18:00 am -
3 stops19h 00m
Fri 11/62:30 pm -
2 stops16h 29m
Deal found 10/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,531
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/299:00 pm -
2 stops44h 30m
Sun 12/61:00 pm -
2 stops42h 15m
Deal found 10/15![United Airlines logo]()
$875
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/298:00 am -
3 stops18h 55m
Sun 12/66:45 am -
3 stops20h 34m
Deal found 10/15![Air Canada logo]()
$896
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/298:00 am -
3 stops18h 55m
Sun 12/61:00 pm -
2 stops18h 15m
Deal found 10/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$897
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sun 11/291:58 pm -
2 stops21h 17m
Sun 12/67:55 am -
2 stops24h 38m
Deal found 10/15![British Airways logo]()
$902
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/306:45 pm -
2 stops22h 45m
Mon 12/712:55 pm -
2 stops36h 19m
Deal found 10/16![United Airlines logo]()
$854
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Mon 11/309:50 am -
3 stops19h 50m
Mon 12/71:00 pm -
2 stops29h 37m
Deal found 10/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,295
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Mon 11/309:50 am -
3 stops19h 50m
Mon 12/76:45 am -
3 stops20h 34m
Deal found 10/16![Air Canada logo]()
$1,391
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Athens
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Athens (ATH). 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 October 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $773 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $998 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Athens 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Athens that are best for you.
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Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Mon 3/1
2:03 pm-3:55 pm
2 stops17h 52m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Mon 3/8
5:00 pm-7:02 pm
2 stops34h 02m
$773
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Sat 2/6
3:10 pm-12:40 pm
2 stops37h 30m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sat 2/13
7:05 am-9:15 pm
2 stops22h 10m
$834
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Wed 12/2
10:30 am-1:20 am
2 stops30h 50m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Wed 12/9
11:45 am-9:50 am
2 stops30h 05m
$845
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Mon 11/30
6:45 pm-1:30 am
2 stops22h 45m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Mon 12/7
12:55 pm-5:14 pm
2 stops36h 19m
$854
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Sun 11/29
9:00 pm-1:30 am
2 stops44h 30m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 12/6
1:00 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops42h 15m
$875
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Sun 11/29
1:58 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops21h 17m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 12/6
7:55 am-12:33 am
2 stops24h 38m
$902
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Fri 1/8
10:55 am-4:30 pm
2 stops21h 35m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Thu 1/14
6:10 am-10:18 am
2 stops36h 08m
$905
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Sun 12/6
8:00 am-11:00 am
2 stops19h 00m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Wed 12/9
7:05 am-7:19 pm
2 stops20h 14m
$1,095
Des MoinesAthens
DSM Des Moines - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
DSMATH
Des Moines
Mon 12/21
6:42 pm-11:00 am
2 stops56h 18m
Athens Eleftherios V.
Sun 12/27
1:00 pm-9:23 pm
2 stops40h 23m
$1,108
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Athens
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Athens in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Athens flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Athens
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Athens
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Athens?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Athens (average of $504). Flying from Des Moines to Athens in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,576). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Athens?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Athens flights typically cost between $552 and $1,118 in March.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $773 on British Airways (Mar 1-Mar 8).
Reviews of airlines servicing Athens
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. 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 Athens. Reviews last updated October 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Des Moines to Athens. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Athens. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 19, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$504 | Average$1,201 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$508 | Average$1,374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$732 | Average$1,028 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |