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$480+ 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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — DSM
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$699
(Billigflug)

One-way from

$480
(Finnair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$876
From Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:15 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/144:49 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$699
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:20 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 37mBritish Airways
Sun 12/146:28 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops20h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$706
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Thu 11/276:17 amDSM - FRA
2 stops18h 33mDelta
Deal found 9/17$720
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 06mDelta
Sat 12/276:58 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/17$758
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/910:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 12mBritish Airways
Sat 12/136:01 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop30h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/15$762
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:15 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 44mFinnair
Sun 12/1411:29 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 46mFinnair
Deal found 9/15$766
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/3011:10 amFRA - DSM
1 stop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2711:26 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$790

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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 September 17, 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

Mon 12/8

10:15 am-10:59 pm

1 stop19h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

4:49 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$699

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/9

11:25 am-11:48 pm

2 stops19h 23m

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

4:49 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$706

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/30

9:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

6:17 am-7:50 am

2 stops18h 33m

$729

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/19

10:40 am-8:46 pm

1 stop17h 06m

Des Moines

Sat 12/27

6:58 am-7:50 am

2 stops17h 52m

$758

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/9

10:50 am-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

3:38 pm-7:15 am

1 stop32h 37m

$765

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/8

10:15 am-10:59 pm

1 stop19h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

11:29 am-7:15 am

1 stop12h 46m

$766

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/30

11:10 am-8:45 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

11:26 am-6:35 am

1 stop12h 09m

$790

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 11/14

10:50 am-11:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$480

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/22

6:30 am-6:07 pm

2 stops18h 37m

$617

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 12/21

12:10 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops36h 57m

$631

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines?

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 September 17, 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
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

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 Delta can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in just under 18h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 43m. 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 $691, 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 16% 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 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 September 17, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$691Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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