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$322+ 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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CPH
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/15:35 amDSM - BCN
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Wed 12/1010:15 amBCN - DSM
2 stops31h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/15$438
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/305:35 amDSM - DUB
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:00 amDUB - DSM
2 stops16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$449
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/31:05 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/119:10 amDUB - DSM
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$455
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:50 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/85:10 amDUB - DSM
2 stops22h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$473
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/309:44 pmDSM - BRU
2 stops27h 06mAir Canada
Sun 12/710:00 amBRU - DSM
2 stops37h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 10/16$474
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/305:35 amDSM - DUB
1 stop20h 10mKLM
Sun 12/75:55 amDUB - DSM
2 stops17h 08mKLM
Deal found 10/16$475
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 10/188:00 amDSM - ATH
2 stops42h 05mAir Canada
Wed 11/1911:55 amATH - DSM
2 stops34h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 10/16$475
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:28 amDSM - DUB
1 stop14h 17mKLM
Mon 12/89:45 amDUB - DSM
1 stop14h 02mKLM
Deal found 10/16$476
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:50 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops16h 20mLufthansa
Tue 11/115:00 amDUB - DSM
2 stops18h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/16$477
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/308:02 amDSM - DUB
1 stop18h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/79:00 amDUB - DSM
2 stops43h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$480
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$484
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/172:19 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops16h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/2612:30 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops18h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$485

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 October 16, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$433
(KLM)

One-way from

$322
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$841
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Europe that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

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Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

10:15 am-7:45 am

2 stops15h 30m

Dublin

Wed 3/4

9:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$438

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

6:32 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops15h 33m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 12/10

10:15 am-9:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

$457

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

5:56 pm-9:20 am

2 stops33h 24m

Dublin

Tue 11/11

9:45 am-5:12 pm

1 stop13h 27m

$459

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

11:28 am-7:45 am

1 stop14h 17m

Dublin

Mon 12/8

9:45 am-5:47 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$476

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

11:26 am-8:10 am

1 stop14h 44m

Dublin

Mon 12/8

9:00 am-4:12 pm

2 stops37h 12m

$480

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

8:02 am-8:10 am

1 stop18h 08m

Dublin

Sun 12/7

9:00 am-10:29 pm

2 stops43h 29m

$480

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

10:55 am-7:45 am

1 stop15h 50m

Dublin

Tue 3/24

5:55 am-4:56 pm

2 stops16h 01m

$481

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

6:50 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Dublin

Tue 11/11

5:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$483

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

11:28 am-8:40 am

1 stop14h 12m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 11/20

10:55 am-10:33 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$484

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-11:38 pm

1 stop19h 38m

$484

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Europe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Europe from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $528). Flying from Des Moines to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of $760). 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 October 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Europe in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 October 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American 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
7,984 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,497 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,457 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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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.

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Europe will take you 14h 12m. The distance from Des Moines to Europe is about 4666 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 Air Canada ($394), Lufthansa ($397), and United Airlines ($399).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Frankfurt am Main or Des Moines - Athens Eleftherios V., Des Moines - Paris Charles de Gaulle 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $528). Flying from Des Moines to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of $760). 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$583Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$599Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$623Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$631Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$653Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$686Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$718Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,008Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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