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$440+ 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EDI
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$652
(Delta)

One-way from

$440
(British Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$799
From Des Moines to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:20 amDSM - EDI
2 stops17h 25mDelta
Thu 10/162:05 pmEDI - DSM
1 stop30h 30mDelta
Deal found 8/12$652
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:20 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops15h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 10/85:55 amEDI - DSM
2 stops20h 16mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/13$677
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1211:06 amDSM - EDI
2 stops15h 19mDelta
Tue 10/2111:20 amEDI - DSM
2 stops14h 00mDelta
Deal found 8/12$697
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/11:10 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop13h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/89:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops35h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$700
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/34:19 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops25h 01mBritish Airways
Thu 9/188:35 amEDI - DSM
2 stops17h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/12$701
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:20 amDSM - EDI
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 10/1611:20 amEDI - DSM
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/12$702
This World Air Fares 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 World Air Fares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:05 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop16h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 10/311:20 amEDI - DSM
2 stops15h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/12$705
This Ticket 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:30 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops15h 55mKLM
Fri 10/310:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop13h 45mKLM
Deal found 8/12$710
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:07 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops33h 43mBritish Airways
Tue 10/217:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops19h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/12$715
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1110:50 amDSM - EDI
1 stop19h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 10/2111:20 amEDI - DSM
2 stops15h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/12$716
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:10 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops37h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/1811:30 amEDI - DSM
1 stop11h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$722

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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 August 14, 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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Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

7:20 am-6:45 am

2 stops17h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/22

2:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

7:20 am-6:45 am

2 stops17h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/16

11:20 am-7:20 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

7:20 am-6:45 am

2 stops17h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/21

11:20 am-7:20 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

7:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop20h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/21

2:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

7:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop20h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/21

2:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

7:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop20h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/21

2:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

7:20 am-6:45 am

2 stops17h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/16

2:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

7:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop20h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/22

2:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$652

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 9/28

6:09 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops17h 36m

$440

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-7:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

$444

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Deals found on 8/14

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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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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, Delta ($527), United Airlines ($664), and American Airlines ($670) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Delta is 45% 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?

    $440 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from $444 and $446, 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 $1,249). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh

Discover the top 4 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$527Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$664Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$748Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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