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$452+ 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
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Des Moines

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 January 21, 2026.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 1/2910:15 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops31h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/211:42 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops27h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$719
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2810:55 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop29h 56m
American Airlines
Sun 11/13:39 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops23h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$721
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2610:15 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops17h 49m
British Airways
Sun 2/17:10 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops17h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18$722
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 1/2910:15 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop19h 53m
British Airways
Mon 2/25:05 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops19h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 1/21$731
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:50 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops18h 29m
British Airways
Thu 3/126:00 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops20h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18$745
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2811:25 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops16h 19m
British Airways
Sun 11/11:24 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops17h 41m
British Airways
Deal found 1/20$789
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 10/2811:25 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops15h 31m
United Airlines
Sun 11/11:45 pm
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop12h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$824

Find 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$851
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$452
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,390
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($201 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Frankfurt

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/5

10:50 am-10:19 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Des Moines

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops20h 50m

$745

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/26

10:50 am-10:52 pm

1 stop19h 02m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

11:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop15h 25m

$851

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/26

12:20 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops15h 36m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

11:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop15h 25m

$885

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/26

6:40 am-7:28 pm

2 stops19h 48m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

6:29 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops21h 11m

$1,010

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/15

9:15 am-1:46 pm

3 stops35h 31m

$452

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/15

10:55 am-12:11 am

1 stop20h 16m

$516

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 6/21

6:40 am-11:51 pm

2 stops24h 11m

$564

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 6/21

10:00 am-10:52 pm

3 stops19h 52m

$585

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Deals found on 1/20

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 January 21, 2026.
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
9,191 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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?

    British Airways and Lufthansa can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in just under 18h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 33m. 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$714Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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