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$396+ 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BCN
Mar 22 — Mar 291
Sun 3/22
Sun 3/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Barcelona

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 February 20, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 4/136:59 pm
DSM
-
BCN
2 stops54h 01m
United Airlines
Fri 4/2412:15 pm
BCN
-
DSM
2 stops29h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$470
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/126:20 am
DSM
-
BCN
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Wed 4/221:15 pm
BCN
-
DSM
2 stops39h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$472
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 4/1212:00 pm
DSM
-
BCN
1 stop15h 55m
British Airways
Wed 4/2210:30 am
BCN
-
DSM
1 stop16h 03m
British Airways
Deal found 2/19$482
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/122:16 pm
DSM
-
BCN
2 stops22h 19m
British Airways
Sat 4/188:00 pm
BCN
-
DSM
2 stops30h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 2/17$535

Find 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 February 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$470
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$396
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$690
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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 February 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Barcelona that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

6:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/22

1:15 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$472

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

12:00 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops17h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/22

10:30 am-11:49 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$475

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

2:16 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops15h 24m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/22

10:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$484

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

12:00 pm-10:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/22

10:30 am-7:33 pm

1 stop16h 03m

$487

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

1:10 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$396

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

6:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$411

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

1:10 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops27h 45m

$488

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

5:30 am-9:20 am

2 stops44h 50m

$700

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

5:20 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$741

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

6:49 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops16h 56m

$939

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona (average of $484). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,247). 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 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 February 20, 2026.
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
9,325 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,320 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,325 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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 $472, United Airlines can have you in Barcelona from Des Moines in 23h 55m. 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 $484, 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 43% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona (average of $484). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,247). 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 February 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$484Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$636Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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