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$1,005+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cologne (CGN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CGN
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 23, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:05 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 25m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/118:10 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops32h 13m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/20$1,005
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/37:05 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops15h 15m
Lufthansa
Sun 5/101:05 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops15h 18m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/19$1,045
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/27:05 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 25m
Lufthansa
Sat 5/91:05 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops17h 19m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/18$1,105
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/27:05 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/98:30 am
CGN
-
DSM
3 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,143
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 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 50m
United Airlines
Thu 10/291:35 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops15h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/20$1,213
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/307:05 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 25m
Lufthansa
Tue 5/261:05 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops17h 11m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/22$1,232
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:16 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 14m
Lufthansa
Tue 5/261:05 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops15h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/22$1,266

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$1,005
(Expedia)
From Des Moines to Cologne Köln/Bonn
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Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

7:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 5/11

8:10 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$1,005

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sun 5/3

7:05 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops15h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 5/10

8:30 am-11:24 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$1,048

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

7:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 5/9

1:05 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops17h 19m

$1,105

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

7:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 5/9

8:30 am-9:25 pm

3 stops19h 55m

$1,143

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

7:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 5/26

1:05 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$1,232

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

7:16 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 14m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 5/26

1:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$1,266

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

7:16 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 14m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 5/27

1:05 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$1,266

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

11:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 5/27

1:05 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$1,316
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

7:16 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 5/31

1:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$1,538

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

7:16 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops17h 14m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 6/1

1:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$1,538

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Cologne can take about 17h 25m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,005. The distance between Des Moines and Cologne is about 4474 mi.

  • 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.

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    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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