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$333+ 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BCN
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$560
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$333
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,245
From Des Moines to Barcelona
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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 July 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 stops29h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$560
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:15 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops54h 35mAir Canada
Wed 10/112:10 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops31h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$565
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 12/15:56 amDSM - BCN
2 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/106:35 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$587
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/204:20 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops37h 25mIberia
Wed 10/110:45 amBCN - DSM
1 stop14h 45mIberia
Deal found 7/2$603
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:44 amDSM - BCN
1 stop18h 31mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 8/2211:35 amBCN - DSM
1 stop18h 04mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/1$626
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/1312:44 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop13h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2012:20 pmBCN - DSM
1 stop27h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$631
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 9/204:20 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop11h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 10/110:45 amBCN - DSM
1 stop14h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$633
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/196:30 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops14h 55mKLM
Wed 10/111:35 amBCN - DSM
1 stop18h 02mKLM
Deal found 7/2$678

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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 July 3, 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 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-12:14 pm

2 stops29h 39m

$560

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

6:15 pm-7:50 am

2 stops54h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/1

12:10 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops31h 09m

$565

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

5:56 am-8:40 am

2 stops19h 44m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 12/10

6:35 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$587

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

4:20 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/1

10:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$603

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

5:44 am-7:15 am

1 stop18h 31m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 8/22

11:35 am-10:39 pm

1 stop18h 04m

$626

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

12:44 pm-9:05 am

1 stop13h 21m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 8/20

12:20 pm-9:01 am

1 stop27h 41m

$631

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

4:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop11h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/1

10:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$633

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

6:30 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/1

11:35 am-10:37 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$678

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

8:30 am-2:45 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$333

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

6:50 pm-7:50 am

2 stops54h 00m

$454

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,059). 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France, and United 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,473 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
654 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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 3 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.

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

    United Airlines, at $560, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Barcelona.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and Iberia. United Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $454. Virgin Atlantic flights start at $459 while deals on United Airlines start at $518 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,059). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Barcelona

Discover the top 3 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$581Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$583Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$620Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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