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$580+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cairo (CAI)

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAI
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Cairo (CAI). 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$989
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$580
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,290
From Des Moines to Cairo
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:21 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops25h 29mQatar Airways
Wed 10/82:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops29h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/18$989
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:21 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops25h 29mQatar Airways
Tue 9/162:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops26h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/20$998
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:20 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops41h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 10/242:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops28h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/19$1,009
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:55 amDSM - CAI
2 stops30h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 10/92:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops29h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/19$1,026

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DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:21 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 29m

Cairo

Thu 10/9

7:50 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$989

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

2:21 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 29m

Cairo

Tue 9/16

2:05 am-8:21 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$998

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

4:20 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops41h 30m

Cairo

Sat 10/25

7:50 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,009

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

7:08 am-5:30 am

2 stops38h 22m

$580

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

11:31 am-3:15 pm

3 stops19h 44m

$2,794

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Deals found on 8/18

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Cairo

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Des Moines to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,191). 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 CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Cairo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 2% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Cairo?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. 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 Cairo. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Cairo, such as Qatar Airways, Air France, and Iberia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Air France
7.4
Good
1,469 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,883 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,337 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,289 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Qatar Airways fly from Des Moines to Cairo in about 25h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Des Moines to Cairo is about 6369 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $587, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Cairo and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Air France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $917 and $1,070, respectively. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Des Moines to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,191). 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 7 airlines flying from Des Moines to Cairo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Cairo. 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$587Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$1,070Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$1,137Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,179Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$1,282Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,364Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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