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$234+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Europe

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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CPH
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$507
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$234
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,223
From Des Moines to Europe
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:00 amDSM - BCN
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2611:00 amBCN - DSM
1 stop19h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$484
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.
Wed 11/121:05 pmDSM - MXP
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/271:05 pmMXP - DSM
2 stops39h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$507
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.
Thu 11/135:45 amDSM - MXP
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/271:05 pmMXP - DSM
2 stops39h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$511
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:26 amDSM - MXP
2 stops39h 29mAir Canada
Thu 11/271:05 pmMXP - DSM
2 stops39h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$512
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:14 pmDSM - MXP
3 stops57h 41mAir Canada
Tue 12/21:05 pmMXP - DSM
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$518
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:26 amDSM - MXP
3 stops39h 29mAir Canada
Tue 12/21:05 pmMXP - DSM
3 stops34h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$520
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:50 pmDSM - MXP
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Tue 12/21:05 pmMXP - DSM
2 stops39h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$527
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.
Wed 11/123:15 pmDSM - MXP
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/263:05 pmMXP - DSM
1 stop13h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$529
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 12/311:35 amDSM - DUB
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/910:40 amDUB - DSM
1 stop12h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$532
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:50 pmDSM - MXP
3 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Thu 11/271:05 pmMXP - DSM
2 stops32h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$533
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:29 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops13h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/911:30 amDUB - DSM
2 stops18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$534
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.
Sun 11/93:15 pmDSM - MXP
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/273:05 pmMXP - DSM
1 stop28h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$535

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Europe 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Europe that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

6:00 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/26

11:00 am-11:16 pm

1 stop19h 16m

$484

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

6:50 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 12/2

1:05 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops39h 32m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

5:45 am-9:55 am

2 stops21h 10m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/27

1:05 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops39h 27m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

3:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 12/2

1:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

6:50 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 05m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/27

1:05 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops32h 14m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

1:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/27

1:05 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

5:45 am-9:55 am

2 stops21h 10m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 12/2

1:05 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops39h 32m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

1:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/27

1:05 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops39h 27m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

6:50 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 05m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 12/2

1:05 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops39h 32m

$507

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

11:26 am-9:55 am

2 stops39h 29m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 12/2

1:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$512

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Europe

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Europe?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $911). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Europe as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated August 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Europe. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,985 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,384 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,985 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,985 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,322 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Europe?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Europe. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Europe are Delta ($358), Virgin Atlantic ($415), and United Airlines ($425).

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Europe?

    While some choose either Des Moines - Frankfurt am Main or Des Moines - Dublin, Des Moines - London Heathrow is the most popular route from Des Moines to Europe.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $911). 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 9 airlines flying from Des Moines to Europe

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Europe. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$485Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$595Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$599Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$631Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$686Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$871Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,008Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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