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$494+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cologne (CGN)

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CGN
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Cologne

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cologne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Cologne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/186:49 pm
DSM
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CGN
2 stops18h 06m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/259:10 am
CGN
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DSM
2 stops38h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/1$690
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 3/197:15 am
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops22h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 3/266:45 am
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops20h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$780
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/253:24 pm
DSM
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CGN
2 stops18h 51m
United Airlines
Sun 3/19:10 am
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops19h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$790
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:59 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops19h 21m
Air Canada
Thu 3/266:45 am
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops20h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/3$830
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:35 am
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/268:40 am
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$942
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/186:49 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/258:40 am
CGN
-
DSM
3 stops34h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,044
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Sun 9/2711:35 am
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 10/291:35 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops16h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,047

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$522
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Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 3/18

6:49 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 06m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 3/25

9:10 am-6:08 pm

2 stops38h 58m

$690

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

7:15 am-12:10 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 3/26

6:45 am-9:40 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$780

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

11:30 am-5:15 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 3/1

9:10 am-9:41 pm

2 stops19h 31m

$790

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

2:59 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops19h 21m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 3/26

6:45 am-9:40 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$830

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

5:35 am-4:20 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 3/26

8:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$942

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 3/18

6:49 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 06m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 3/25

8:40 am-1:23 pm

3 stops34h 43m

$1,044

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 3/18

1:37 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops20h 33m

$494

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

7:44 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops38h 41m

$522

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 3/18

11:26 am-10:25 pm

3 stops28h 59m

$631

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Deals found on 2/1

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cologne flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Cologne flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant 90-95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Cologne flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cologne flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Cologne flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cologne (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Cologne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Cologne?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Cologne can take about 18h 06m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $690. The distance between Des Moines and Cologne is about 4474 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cologne (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Cologne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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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