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$407+ Cheap flights from Europe to Des Moines (DSM)

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — DSM
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Europe to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Europe to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Europe to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:25 amMUC - DSM
1 stop17h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/2211:30 amDSM - MUC
1 stop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,411
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:30 amDUS - DSM
2 stops22h 10mLufthansa
Sun 1/411:30 amDSM - DUS
2 stops27h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$1,458
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/178:30 amMAD - DSM
2 stops20h 07mLufthansa
Wed 12/243:14 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops22h 01mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,460
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/228:40 pmCDG - DSM
2 stops28h 46mBritish Airways
Wed 12/311:25 pmDSM - CDG
2 stops14h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,494
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:15 amMAD - DSM
1 stop18h 19mKLM
Wed 12/2412:10 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops18h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/16$1,531
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2212:00 pmCDG - DSM
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Wed 12/313:14 pmDSM - CDG
1 stop11h 41mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,555
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/171:35 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 02mLufthansa
Tue 12/2311:35 amDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,591
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:15 amLHR - DSM
2 stops18h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 12/231:18 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop15h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,617
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:50 amMUC - DSM
2 stops16h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/2211:30 amDSM - MUC
3 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,623
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2211:55 amCDG - DSM
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/313:14 pmDSM - CDG
1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,638
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/178:55 amLHR - DSM
2 stops19h 39mDelta
Tue 12/236:15 amDSM - LHR
1 stop20h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,645
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:35 pmDUS - DSM
3 stops30h 58mAir Canada
Sun 1/48:00 amDSM - DUS
2 stops18h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$1,649

Find flight deals from Europe to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Europe to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$768
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$407
(Kiwi.com)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Europe to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

MunichDes Moines

MUC - DSM

MUCDSM

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 1/15

10:20 am-9:04 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

4:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$768

DüsseldorfDes Moines

DUS - DSM

DUSDSM

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 2/12

6:25 am-6:52 pm

2 stops19h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

7:25 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$775

DüsseldorfDes Moines

DUS - DSM

DUSDSM

Duesseldorf Intl

Thu 2/12

6:10 am-9:41 pm

2 stops22h 31m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

8:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$778

MunichDes Moines

MUC - DSM

MUCDSM

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 5/26

12:40 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops17h 42m

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

6:17 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 48m

$780

MunichDes Moines

MUC - DSM

MUCDSM

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 1/15

9:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

3:35 pm-9:35 am

1 stop11h 00m

$780

MunichDes Moines

MUC - DSM

MUCDSM

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 1/31

9:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

3:35 pm-9:35 am

1 stop11h 00m

$781

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/25

7:20 am-11:57 pm

2 stops23h 37m

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

11:27 am-2:05 pm

2 stops19h 38m

$787

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/12

10:50 am-10:25 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

3:26 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$788

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 1/12

10:15 am-11:12 am

2 stops31h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

4:42 pm-10:25 am

2 stops34h 43m

$789

MunichDes Moines

MUC - DSM

MUCDSM

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 1/31

11:25 am-5:47 pm

1 stop13h 22m

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

6:48 pm-9:35 am

1 stop31h 47m

$791

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Best time to book a flight from Europe to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Des Moines (average of $255). Flying from Europe to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $674). 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 EU to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Europe to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Europe to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and British Airways from Europe to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,583 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Europe to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Europe?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Europe.

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

    A quick flight from Europe to Des Moines can take about 16h 22m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $824. Europe and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 4379 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Europe to Des Moines?

    The most popular route from Europe to Des Moines is Amsterdam Schiphol - Des Moines. You may also consider London Heathrow - Des Moines or Paris Charles de Gaulle - Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Des Moines (average of $255). Flying from Europe to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $674). 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 2 airlines flying from Europe to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Europe to Des Moines. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$714Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,338Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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