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$700+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$700
(British Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$886
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 June 12, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:10 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 34mBritish Airways
Mon 9/152:21 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$700
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/2310:55 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/291:58 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops25h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$707
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/287:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 54mLufthansa
Wed 7/211:25 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$735
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/287:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/23:38 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$817
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/288:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop12h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/26:24 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,073
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:00 amFRA - DSM
3 stops22h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/1511:04 amDSM - FRA
2 stops25h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,152
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/2310:00 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 22mAir Canada
Sun 6/298:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,273

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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 June 12, 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

Fri 8/15

6:10 am-4:44 pm

2 stops17h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:21 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$700

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/23

10:55 am-10:59 pm

1 stop19h 04m

Des Moines

Sun 6/29

1:58 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$707

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/28

7:55 am-5:49 pm

2 stops16h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

11:25 am-6:30 am

1 stop12h 05m

$735

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/28

7:55 am-5:49 pm

2 stops16h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

3:38 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops13h 47m

$817

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/28

8:50 am-2:44 pm

1 stop12h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

6:24 am-6:30 am

1 stop17h 06m

$1,073

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 8/15

7:00 am-10:39 pm

3 stops22h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

11:04 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$1,152

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/23

10:00 am-9:22 pm

2 stops18h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 6/29

8:00 am-8:10 am

3 stops17h 10m

$1,273

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 7/31

9:10 am-2:45 pm

3 stops36h 35m

$769

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/17

3:15 pm-4:51 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$848

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/18

10:45 am-10:42 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$948

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Frankfurt with our price prediction graph.
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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 $411). 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.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines and American Airlines from Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

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
8,790 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,387 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

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.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,868 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $700, British Airways will fly you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $707 and $735, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $848. American Airlines flights start at $948 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,499 one-way.

  • 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 $411). 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

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