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$488+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — DSM
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 November 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$765
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$488
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($213 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:50 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops35h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/268:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops20h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,043
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop20h 47mBritish Airways
Fri 12/263:28 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop32h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:15 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops15h 25mLufthansa
Fri 12/266:46 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,280
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:15 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 25mAir Canada
Fri 12/268:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$1,576
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop12h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/216:50 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop32h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,696
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/217:05 amFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/216:32 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops20h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$3,089

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt 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 November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Frankfurt

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/1

10:55 am-10:32 pm

1 stop18h 37m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

7:14 am-7:20 am

1 stop17h 06m

$765

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/1

9:55 am-9:52 pm

2 stops18h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

8:00 am-8:10 am

2 stops17h 10m

$796

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 1/1

8:40 am-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

9:03 am-9:55 am

2 stops17h 52m

$796

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 1/1

8:40 am-9:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

6:48 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$796

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 1/1

9:45 am-9:40 pm

2 stops42h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

6:48 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops14h 17m

$916

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/19

1:50 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 12/26

8:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops20h 10m

$1,043

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/19

10:50 am-12:37 am

1 stop20h 47m

Des Moines

Fri 12/26

3:28 pm-7:15 am

1 stop32h 47m

$1,172

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/15

11:30 am-11:26 pm

2 stops18h 56m

$488

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/14

8:10 pm-1:46 pm

3 stops48h 36m

$491

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/7

10:50 am-10:23 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$495

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/19

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Compare providers for flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Frankfurt to Des Moines in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 November 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,029 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,029 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,029 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines. 1 airline have flights to Des Moines from Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis. Booking flights from Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day.

  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines?

    American Airlines and Air Canada can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in just under 18h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20m. There are 4558 mi between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Des Moines. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $714, United Airlines will fly you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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.

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Top airline flying from Frankfurt to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Frankfurt 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 November 21, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$714Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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