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$318+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)

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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BCN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$559
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$318
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,463
From Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/173:15 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/261:35 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$559
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/45:14 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops33h 21mAir Canada
Thu 11/131:35 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops27h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$573
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 11/412:46 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops15h 34mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1311:00 amBCN - DSM
1 stop19h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$586
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:13 amDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1011:00 amBCN - DSM
2 stops17h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$587
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 9/13:20 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop12h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 9/1710:45 amBCN - DSM
1 stop14h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$637
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/166:24 amDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 26mLufthansa
Wed 7/2312:10 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops29h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$865
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/166:50 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop11h 25mSWISS
Wed 7/2312:10 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops29h 19mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$869
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1611:24 amDSM - BCN
1 stop12h 51mAir France
Wed 7/2311:35 amBCN - DSM
1 stop17h 58mAir France
Deal found 6/10$901
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/112:29 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop11h 51mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/179:30 amBCN - DSM
1 stop15h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$924
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/115:30 amDSM - BCN
1 stop20h 50mKLM
Thu 7/179:30 amBCN - DSM
1 stop15h 25mKLM
Deal found 6/11$956
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/116:05 amDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 10mDelta
Thu 7/179:30 amBCN - DSM
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/11$972

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

3:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/26

1:35 pm-10:30 am

2 stops27h 55m

$559

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

5:14 pm-9:35 am

2 stops33h 21m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 11/13

1:35 pm-10:30 am

2 stops27h 55m

$573

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

12:46 pm-11:20 am

2 stops15h 34m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 11/13

11:00 am-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$586

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

7:13 am-9:00 am

2 stops18h 47m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 12/10

11:00 am-9:44 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$587

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

3:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop12h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/17

10:45 am-6:29 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$637

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 7/16

6:24 am-7:50 am

2 stops18h 26m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 7/23

12:10 pm-10:29 am

2 stops29h 19m

$865

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 7/16

6:50 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 7/23

12:10 pm-10:29 am

2 stops29h 19m

$869

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 7/16

11:24 am-7:15 am

1 stop12h 51m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 7/23

11:35 am-10:33 pm

1 stop17h 58m

$901

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 7/11

2:29 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 51m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 7/17

9:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$924

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 7/11

5:30 am-9:20 am

1 stop20h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 7/17

9:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$956

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,062). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat Airport ranges from 0.8 - 3.6 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Barcelona-El Prat Airport when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. 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 Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air France from Des Moines to Barcelona have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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 Barcelona-El Prat. 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 Barcelona-El Prat?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day. 4 airlines have flights to Barcelona-El Prat from Des Moines on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $559, United Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $573 and $586, respectively. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $457. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,062). 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 Barcelona-El Prat

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$572Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$581Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$583Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$620Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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