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$384+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Barcelona

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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BCN
dic. 26 — ene. 21
vie. 12/26
vie. 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Barcelona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Barcelona (S37). 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 noviembre 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$423
(Ticket)

One-way from

$384
(Finnair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$631
From Des Moines to Barcelona
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($321 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Barcelona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Barcelona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 26, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/35:34 amDSM - BCN
1 stop20h 06mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/1010:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop33h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$442
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
mié. 12/310:20 amDSM - BCN
2 stops38h 40mVirgin Atlantic
mié. 12/1010:55 amBCN - DSM
2 stops40h 51mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/26$457
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/36:33 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop31h 07mDelta
mié. 12/1010:15 amBCN - DSM
2 stops31h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/26$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
vie. 12/58:00 amDSM - BCN
2 stops17h 20mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/910:30 amBCN - DSM
2 stops18h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
vie. 12/56:00 amDSM - BCN
1 stop18h 05mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/912:30 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops18h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$751
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
lun. 12/11:53 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops37h 57mAer Lingus
mié. 12/1011:30 amBCN - DSM
2 stops19h 18mAer Lingus
Deal found 11/25$850
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
mié. 12/31:17 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops24h 08mAer Lingus
dom. 12/711:30 amBCN - DSM
2 stops17h 59mAer Lingus
Deal found 11/24$867
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
mié. 12/38:00 amDSM - BCN
3 stops18h 35mAir Canada
mié. 12/106:50 amBCN - DSM
3 stops21h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 11/26$1,308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
mié. 12/2411:35 amDSM - BCN
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/316:45 amBCN - DSM
2 stops21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$1,319
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/293:32 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 38mIberia
lun. 12/110:50 amBCN - DSM
2 stops43h 54mIberia
Deal found 11/25$1,398

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Barcelona 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 noviembre 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Barcelona that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Barcelona

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Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

vie. 1/9

11:35 am-8:50 am

1 stop14h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

vie. 1/16

10:40 am-11:23 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$451

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

sáb. 1/10

5:21 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 29m

Barcelona-El Prat

jue. 1/22

10:40 am-11:23 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$459

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

sáb. 1/10

6:48 pm-9:35 am

2 stops31h 47m

Barcelona-El Prat

jue. 1/22

1:35 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$461

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

jue. 1/8

8:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

jue. 1/15

1:35 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$468

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

dom. 1/18

11:35 am-8:50 am

1 stop14h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

jue. 1/29

11:00 am-11:29 pm

1 stop19h 29m

$472

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

jue. 1/8

11:35 am-8:50 am

1 stop14h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

jue. 1/15

11:00 am-11:23 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$472

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

dom. 3/15

7:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$384

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

vie. 5/15

10:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$414

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

vie. 12/26

6:46 pm-11:40 am

3 stops33h 54m

$688

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

vie. 12/26

6:46 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$699

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Barcelona from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Barcelona

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona (average of $485). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona. 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. Reviews last updated noviembre 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Barcelona by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Barcelona. 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?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona. You should not have trouble finding flights to Barcelona from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Barcelona per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Barcelona. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    For as low as $461, United Airlines can have you in Barcelona from Des Moines in 31h 47m. The distance from Des Moines to Barcelona is about 4666 mi.

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

    United Airlines, at $582, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Barcelona. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona (average of $485). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Barcelona

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Barcelona. 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 noviembre 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$582Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$636Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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