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$316+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — DSM
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Wed 7/23
Wed 7/30
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 July 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$729
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$316
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$891
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 July 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3010:55 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/54:20 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/17$729
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 7/16$734
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 9/189:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/256:36 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/16$737
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 8/136:55 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops26h 56mBritish Airways
Fri 8/225:14 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops21h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/16$739
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:00 amFRA - DSM
1 stop16h 30mAir France
Fri 8/2210:18 amDSM - FRA
1 stop16h 32mAir France
Deal found 7/16$800
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Tue 8/1211:00 amFRA - DSM
1 stop16h 30mDelta
Sat 8/236:00 amDSM - FRA
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/16$824
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Tue 8/1911:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 8/233:30 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops35h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/16$847
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops14h 18mAir Canada
Fri 9/58:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops16h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 7/17$981
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:45 amFRA - DSM
3 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/251:00 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$1,002

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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 July 18, 2025.
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

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Des Moines

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Depart

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Price

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 8/30

10:55 am-11:17 pm

1 stop19h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

4:20 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$729

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/21

10:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 8/28

9:31 am-8:45 am

1 stop16h 14m

$734

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

9:45 am-2:10 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

11:31 am-12:10 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$737

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/13

8:45 pm-2:51 pm

2 stops25h 06m

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

5:14 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops45h 36m

$739

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/14

11:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 8/22

10:18 am-9:50 am

1 stop16h 32m

$800

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 8/12

11:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 8/22

2:12 pm-8:55 am

1 stop11h 43m

$824

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 8/19

11:50 am-10:39 pm

2 stops17h 49m

Des Moines

Sat 8/23

3:30 pm-9:50 am

2 stops35h 20m

$847

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 8/30

9:55 am-5:13 pm

2 stops14h 18m

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

8:00 am-7:10 am

3 stops16h 10m

$981

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

9:45 am-9:45 pm

3 stops19h 00m

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

1:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops15h 10m

$1,002

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/25

7:05 am-2:58 pm

3 stops38h 53m

$316

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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 July 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines, such as Delta, Finnair, and Air France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,864 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
655 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $729, American Airlines will fly you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Finnair and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $734 and $737, respectively. These flights start at 17% 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 July 18, 2025.
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