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$223+ 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CPH
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 29, 2026.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/253:24 pm
DSM
-
DUB
1 stop10h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 3/49:00 am
DUB
-
DSM
2 stops35h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$458
This Flighttix 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:55 pm
DSM
-
MXP
2 stops32h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 3/1012:05 pm
MXP
-
DSM
2 stops32h 19m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$468
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.
Tue 3/39:04 am
DSM
-
MXP
2 stops17h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 3/1012:05 pm
MXP
-
DSM
2 stops32h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$475
This Flysmarter 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:24 am
DSM
-
MXP
1 stop20h 41m
KLM
Tue 3/1010:05 am
MXP
-
DSM
1 stop18h 33m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$479
This Flysmarter 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/310:57 am
DSM
-
MXP
2 stops15h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1010:05 am
MXP
-
DSM
1 stop18h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$480
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/104:25 pm
DSM
-
DUB
1 stop10h 20m
KLM
Tue 3/175:55 am
DUB
-
DSM
2 stops15h 59m
KLM
Deal found 1/27$483
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.
Wed 2/2512:04 pm
DSM
-
DUB
1 stop13h 41m
KLM
Wed 3/49:45 am
DUB
-
DSM
1 stop12h 42m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$485
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.
Tue 3/33:24 pm
DSM
-
ATH
2 stops37h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 3/101:10 pm
ATH
-
DSM
2 stops40h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$485
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2810:57 am
DSM
-
DUB
2 stops16h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/79:45 am
DUB
-
DSM
1 stop18h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$489
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.
Wed 3/47:52 am
DSM
-
DUB
2 stops17h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 3/89:30 am
DUB
-
DSM
2 stops17h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$490
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/116:45 pm
DSM
-
MXP
2 stops32h 35m
Air Canada
Fri 8/2112:20 pm
MXP
-
DSM
2 stops30h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$490
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:15 am
DSM
-
MXP
1 stop24h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 8/223:20 pm
MXP
-
DSM
1 stop27h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$492

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$458
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$223
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,080
From Des Moines to Europe
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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Europe that are best for you.

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Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

3:24 pm-8:10 am

1 stop10h 46m

Dublin

Wed 3/4

9:00 am-2:24 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$458

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

9:04 am-7:30 am

2 stops16h 26m

Dublin

Wed 3/11

8:00 am-4:07 pm

2 stops37h 07m

$462

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

6:55 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/10

12:05 pm-10:30 am

2 stops28h 25m

$475

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

4:25 pm-7:45 am

1 stop10h 20m

Dublin

Tue 3/17

5:55 am-4:54 pm

2 stops15h 59m

$483

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

12:04 pm-9:05 am

1 stop14h 01m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/10

10:05 am-10:38 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$483

Des MoinesMilan

DSM - MXP

DSMMXP

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:24 am-9:05 am

1 stop20h 41m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/10

10:05 am-4:33 pm

1 stop36h 28m

$485

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

1:02 pm-7:45 am

1 stop12h 43m

Dublin

Sat 3/7

9:45 am-10:28 pm

1 stop18h 43m

$485

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

3:24 pm-8:10 am

1 stop10h 46m

Dublin

Sun 3/8

10:40 am-1:23 pm

1 stop31h 43m

$485

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

10:57 am-9:20 am

2 stops16h 23m

Dublin

Sat 3/7

9:45 am-10:28 pm

1 stop18h 43m

$489

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

10:57 am-1:00 pm

2 stops18h 03m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/10

12:20 pm-4:33 pm

1 stop35h 13m

$493

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $449). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Europe will take you 10h 20m. The distance from Des Moines to Europe is about 3897 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 Delta ($322), Aer Lingus ($470), and United Airlines ($472).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Amsterdam Schiphol or Des Moines - London City, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $449). 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 7 airlines flying from Des Moines to Europe

Discover the top 7 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$467Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$484Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$488Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$513Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$535Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$636Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,008Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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