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$745+ 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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAI
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$875
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$745
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,062
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 September 17, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/311:05 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/76:25 amCAI - DSM
2 stops23h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$875
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/174:02 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops23h 03mQatar Airways
Mon 11/247:35 pmCAI - DSM
2 stops36h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$977
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:48 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops44h 47mQatar Airways
Thu 11/67:35 pmCAI - DSM
2 stops30h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$994
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/182:21 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops25h 29mQatar Airways
Wed 9/242:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops26h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,023
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:08 amDSM - CAI
2 stops32h 42mQatar Airways
Tue 10/212:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops26h 06mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,032
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 9/177:03 amDSM - CAI
2 stops32h 47mQatar Airways
Wed 9/242:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops26h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,038
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/182:21 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops25h 29mQatar Airways
Sun 9/282:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops29h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,057
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/174:20 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/282:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops29h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,060

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Cairo that are best for you.

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Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

4:02 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Cairo

Tue 11/25

1:20 am-11:44 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$977

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:48 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops44h 47m

Cairo

Wed 11/5

1:20 am-6:10 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$1,000

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

2:21 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops43h 29m

Cairo

Thu 10/16

7:50 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops32h 21m

$1,035

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

7:30 am-5:10 am

2 stops38h 40m

Cairo

Fri 11/7

7:25 am-3:32 pm

2 stops40h 07m

$1,053

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

4:02 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Cairo

Tue 11/18

7:35 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops34h 33m

$1,100

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

2:16 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$745

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

1:24 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops25h 46m

$791

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

1:05 pm-4:20 pm

3 stops20h 15m

$875

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

8:00 am-9:15 pm

3 stops53h 15m

$4,463

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Deals found on 9/15

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Cairo

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,193). 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 September 17, 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 September 17, 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
3,622 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
3,622 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
1,468 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
2,925 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
7,409 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
7,367 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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 23h 03m. 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 $917, Qatar Airways will fly you from Des Moines to Cairo and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air France and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,070 and $1,090, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $745 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and Air Canada, with prices starting from $791 and $875, respectively.

  • 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 $1,193). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$1,070Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,090Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,144Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,180Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$1,282Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,340Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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