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$817+ 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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CAI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,038
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$817
(Qatar Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,569
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 June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 9/1310:09 amDSM - CAI
2 stops29h 41mQatar Airways
Fri 9/192:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops26h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,038
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:15 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/204:55 amCAI - DSM
3 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,173
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:18 amDSM - CAI
2 stops31h 12mDelta
Wed 7/163:30 amCAI - DSM
2 stops25h 03mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,349
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/22:20 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops27h 10mAir France
Thu 7/173:30 amCAI - DSM
2 stops21h 10mAir France
Deal found 6/11$1,443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/106:24 amDSM - CAI
2 stops36h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/144:55 amCAI - DSM
2 stops41h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,468
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 9/133:25 pmDSM - CAI
3 stops22h 30mAir Canada
Sat 9/205:25 amCAI - DSM
3 stops24h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,802

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Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

10:09 am-11:50 pm

2 stops29h 41m

Cairo

Fri 9/19

2:05 am-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,038

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

6:15 pm-2:20 am

2 stops24h 05m

Cairo

Sat 9/20

4:55 am-9:45 pm

3 stops24h 50m

$1,173

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Thu 7/3

10:18 am-1:30 am

2 stops31h 12m

Cairo

Wed 7/16

3:30 am-8:33 pm

2 stops25h 03m

$1,349

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

2:20 pm-1:30 am

2 stops27h 10m

Cairo

Thu 7/17

3:30 am-4:40 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$1,443

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Thu 7/10

6:24 am-3:10 am

2 stops36h 46m

Cairo

Thu 8/14

4:55 am-2:41 pm

2 stops41h 46m

$1,468

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

3:25 pm-9:55 pm

3 stops22h 30m

Cairo

Sat 9/20

5:25 am-9:45 pm

3 stops24h 20m

$1,802

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

1:26 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$817

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

11:25 am-3:15 pm

3 stops19h 50m

$2,794

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Deals found on 6/11

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 $1,218). 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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairo ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cairo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

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

    Currently priced at $1,038, 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 Delta and Air France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,349 and $1,443, respectively. These flights start at 19% 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 $1,218). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$1,070Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,124Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,137Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,179Average$1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,197Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$1,282Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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