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$468+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Athens (ATH)

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ATH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$485
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$468
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,082
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Athens
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 September 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/1711:28 amDSM - ATH
2 stops41h 52mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 11/227:30 pmATH - DSM
2 stops35h 03mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/126:17 amDSM - ATH
2 stops20h 18mDelta
Wed 12/1012:50 pmATH - DSM
2 stops29h 53mDelta
Deal found 9/14$562
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:28 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops22h 52mBritish Airways
Mon 12/158:10 pmATH - DSM
2 stops30h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$591
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/292:13 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops28h 02mDelta
Wed 11/512:50 pmATH - DSM
2 stops28h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/14$607
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:50 amDSM - ATH
2 stops24h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/292:10 pmATH - DSM
2 stops39h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/1211:30 amDSM - ATH
2 stops19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/168:00 amATH - DSM
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$639
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:48 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/67:30 amATH - DSM
2 stops24h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$640
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/215:47 amDSM - ATH
1 stop21h 08mDelta
Wed 10/291:45 pmATH - DSM
2 stops27h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/15$650
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/222:13 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops20h 37mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/292:10 pmATH - DSM
2 stops39h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$651

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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 - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

6:17 am-10:35 am

2 stops20h 18m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/10

12:50 pm-10:43 am

2 stops29h 53m

$562

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

12:15 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 12/15

8:10 pm-6:34 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$591

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

2:13 pm-1:15 am

2 stops28h 02m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/5

12:50 pm-9:20 am

2 stops28h 30m

$607

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 10/21

10:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/29

2:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops39h 20m

$635

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Thu 2/19

1:46 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 2/27

7:45 am-9:52 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$639

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

3:48 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops17h 27m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/6

7:30 am-12:21 am

2 stops24h 51m

$640

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

6:45 pm-10:35 am

2 stops31h 50m

$468

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

6:45 pm-10:35 am

2 stops31h 50m

$468

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

6:20 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$474

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

5:15 pm-9:55 am

1 stop33h 40m

$481

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Athens

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Des Moines to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,282). 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 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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Athens. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,363 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta and British Airways can get you from Des Moines to Athens in just under 19h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 38m. Des Moines and Athens are separated by a distance of 5682 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $628. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $707 and $721, respectively. Delta is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Athens one-way?

    $468 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and Delta, with prices starting from $474 and $481, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Athens 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 Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Des Moines to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,282). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Athens

Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$628Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$707Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$758Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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