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$492+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — DSM
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$713
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$492
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,516
From Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 32% potential increase in price ($471 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 August 14, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/1811:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops36h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 9/222:49 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops36h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/14$713
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/1811:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 16mDelta
Mon 9/2211:25 amDSM - FRA
1 stop14h 30mDelta
Deal found 8/13$732
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 8/289:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/44:20 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$734
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 8/2810:55 amFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 45mFinnair
Thu 9/49:34 amDSM - FRA
1 stop16h 11mFinnair
Deal found 8/12$738
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 8/2110:55 amFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 45mFinnair
Thu 8/289:31 amDSM - FRA
1 stop16h 14mFinnair
Deal found 8/14$744
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 8/219:20 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/286:28 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$765

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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.

Fly from

Frankfurt

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

11:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

2:49 pm-9:50 am

2 stops36h 01m

$713

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

3:20 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops38h 17m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

2:05 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$715

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

11:45 am-9:01 pm

2 stops16h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

11:25 am-8:55 am

1 stop14h 30m

$732

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/28

9:20 am-11:45 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 9/4

4:20 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$734

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/28

10:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 9/4

9:34 am-8:45 am

1 stop16h 11m

$738

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

9:45 am-9:45 pm

3 stops19h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

1:10 pm-11:10 am

2 stops15h 00m

$881

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/23

6:05 am-9:24 am

3 stops34h 19m

$492

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 9/27

8:00 am-4:59 pm

3 stops39h 59m

$591

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/23

10:55 am-6:30 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$691

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/23

10:50 am-9:45 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$774

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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 $401). 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.

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 August 14, 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
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

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.

  • 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 29% 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 $401). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$691Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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