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$545+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DXB
févr. 28 — mars 71
sam. 2/28
sam. 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Dubai

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 29, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mar. 3/311:30 am
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops22h 10m
United Airlines
lun. 3/92:15 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops27h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,002
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/312:25 pm
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops25h 36m
KLM
lun. 3/91:55 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops23h 59m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$1,074
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/312:04 pm
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops25h 57m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 3/91:30 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,077
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
sam. 8/86:15 am
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops29h 55m
United Airlines
mar. 8/111:55 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops29h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,134
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 2/411:30 am
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops22h 10m
Lufthansa
mer. 2/182:15 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops25h 32m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$1,165
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
dim. 2/89:03 am
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops24h 37m
United Airlines
mer. 2/112:15 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops30h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,202
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 2/48:20 am
DSM
-
DXB
1 stop25h 25m
Emirates
jeu. 2/199:45 am
DXB
-
DSM
1 stop21h 56m
Emirates
Deal found 1/27$1,270
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/33:24 pm
DSM
-
DXB
1 stop17h 46m
Emirates
mar. 3/109:45 am
DXB
-
DSM
1 stop21h 59m
Emirates
Deal found 1/28$1,289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 1/317:10 am
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops28h 05m
Qatar Airways
lun. 2/25:20 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops28h 09m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/27$1,305
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 2/83:35 pm
DSM
-
DXB
1 stop17h 35m
Emirates
jeu. 2/129:45 am
DXB
-
DSM
1 stop22h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 1/28$1,373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
dim. 3/156:49 pm
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops42h 26m
United Airlines
sam. 3/212:15 am
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops24h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,387
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 3/141:38 pm
DSM
-
DXB
2 stops22h 37m
Qatar Airways
sam. 3/2110:25 pm
DXB
-
DSM
2 stops29h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,421

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Dubai (DXB). 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 janvier 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,002
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$545
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,011
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Dubai 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 janvier 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Dubai that are best for you.

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Dubai

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Depart

Return

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Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

mar. 3/3

9:04 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 36m

Dubai Intl

lun. 3/9

2:15 am-6:08 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$1,002

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

ven. 2/27

8:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

mer. 3/4

2:15 am-2:24 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$1,002

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

dim. 3/1

8:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Dubai Intl

dim. 3/8

2:15 am-8:27 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$1,002

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

dim. 2/8

9:03 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 37m

Dubai Intl

mer. 2/11

2:15 am-5:47 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$1,202

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

dim. 2/8

3:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Dubai Intl

jeu. 2/12

9:45 am-10:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,373

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

sam. 3/14

10:04 am-9:15 pm

2 stops26h 11m

$583

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

mer. 4/15

7:05 pm-3:25 am

2 stops23h 20m

$692

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

dim. 3/15

2:04 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops20h 36m

$848

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

mer. 4/15

8:04 am-6:35 pm

3 stops25h 31m

$848

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

sam. 3/14

6:49 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 51m

$869

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Dubai in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Dubai 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 Des Moines-Dubai 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 Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated janvier 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, United Airlines, and Lufthansa from Des Moines to Dubai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Dubai?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Des Moines to Dubai in about 24h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Des Moines to Dubai is about 7409 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Dubai round-trip?

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at $976. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,147 and $1,240, respectively. Lufthansa is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Dubai 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Dubai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Dubai. 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 janvier 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$976Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,147Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,240Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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