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$457+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EDI
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$732
(United)

One-way from

$457
(KAYAK)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$852
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/178:00 amDSM - EDI
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/2611:15 amEDI - DSM
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$732
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 8/108:00 amDSM - EDI
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/219:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$738
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 8/175:45 amDSM - EDI
1 stop20h 15mKLM
Wed 8/279:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop19h 22mKLM
Deal found 4/28$755
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/105:40 amDSM - EDI
1 stop20h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 6/179:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop15h 02mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$1,058
This World Air Fares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 World Air Fares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/103:38 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops12h 57mLufthansa
Tue 6/1711:30 amEDI - DSM
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$1,072
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/71:26 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops13h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/1511:35 amEDI - DSM
1 stop16h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,080
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/76:24 amDSM - EDI
2 stops20h 41mAir Canada
Tue 7/1511:15 amEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,087
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/86:40 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 25mDelta
Thu 7/179:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop14h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,110
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:52 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops34h 13mWestJet
Thu 6/1911:30 amEDI - DSM
2 stops35h 13mWestJet
Deal found 4/28$1,160
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1310:59 amDSM - EDI
2 stops13h 46mAir France
Fri 6/209:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop20h 03mAir France
Deal found 4/29$1,178
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:13 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops16h 12mBritish Airways
Mon 5/268:30 pmEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$2,083

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

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Depart

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Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/26

11:15 am-12:23 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$732

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 8/10

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/21

9:00 am-12:23 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$738

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

5:40 am-8:00 am

1 stop20h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/17

9:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop15h 02m

$1,058

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

3:38 pm-10:35 am

2 stops12h 57m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/17

11:30 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$1,072

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

1:26 pm-9:25 am

2 stops13h 59m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/15

11:35 am-9:52 pm

1 stop16h 17m

$1,080

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

6:24 am-9:05 am

2 stops20h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/15

11:15 am-2:41 pm

2 stops33h 26m

$1,087

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

11:26 am-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 39m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/10

9:00 am-11:03 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$1,101

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

5:52 pm-10:05 am

2 stops34h 13m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/19

11:30 am-4:43 pm

2 stops35h 13m

$1,160

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

10:59 am-6:45 am

2 stops13h 46m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/20

9:00 am-11:03 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$1,178

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

5:52 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops16h 33m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 6/30

9:00 am-11:03 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$1,389

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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 Edinburgh in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-Edinburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Edinburgh

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Edinburgh

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($738), Virgin Atlantic ($1,058), and Lufthansa ($1,072) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Edinburgh. United Airlines is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Edinburgh one-way?

    $457 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aer Lingus. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and KLM, with prices starting from $459 and $466, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Edinburgh 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 Des Moines to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,286). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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