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$224+ 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Europe

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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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/318:00 amDSM - FCO
2 stops17h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2111:15 amFCO - DSM
2 stops34h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$690
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/306:46 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops30h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2111:15 amFCO - DSM
2 stops34h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$691
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/301:30 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops21h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1411:15 amFCO - DSM
2 stops34h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$692
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/318:00 amDSM - FCO
2 stops17h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/2212:50 pmFCO - DSM
2 stops40h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$694
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/306:46 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Wed 1/2111:15 amFCO - DSM
2 stops41h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$695
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/306:46 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Sat 1/2411:15 amFCO - DSM
2 stops41h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$696
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/306:46 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Tue 1/201:10 pmFCO - DSM
2 stops38h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$698
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/306:46 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Sun 1/1812:45 pmFCO - DSM
2 stops41h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$699
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/315:35 amDSM - FCO
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Fri 1/2312:40 pmFCO - DSM
1 stop16h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/11$705
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/315:35 amDSM - FCO
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Wed 1/216:10 amFCO - DSM
2 stops21h 44mKLM
Deal found 12/10$706
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/2911:23 amDSM - FCO
1 stop16h 07mDelta
Sat 1/246:10 amFCO - DSM
2 stops22h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/11$707
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/169:00 amDSM - LHR
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/2411:10 amLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$828

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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$439
(Ticket)

One-way from

$224
(British Airways)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,084
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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 December 12, 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

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops18h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 1/28

11:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$459

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

6:48 pm-9:35 am

2 stops31h 47m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 1/27

1:35 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$468

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

1:03 pm-8:40 am

1 stop12h 37m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:08 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$470

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

5:01 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops16h 04m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 1/31

10:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$471

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

6:48 pm-1:40 am

2 stops22h 52m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 1/30

6:35 am-9:50 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$471

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 1/25

5:01 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops16h 04m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 2/1

10:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$471

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

4:00 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 1/28

10:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$472

Des MoinesVenice

DSM - VCE

DSMVCE

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

3:35 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops13h 45m

Venice Marco Polo

Sat 1/31

6:45 am-10:30 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$473

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

6:48 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 47m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 1/31

7:40 am-5:47 pm

2 stops17h 07m

$474

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-7:05 am

1 stop17h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 1/29

11:00 am-11:29 pm

1 stop19h 29m

$475

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $459). 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 December 12, 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 December 12, 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
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
1,432 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,626 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 12h 37m. 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 Delta ($402), United Airlines ($442), and Aer Lingus ($470).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - London Heathrow or Des Moines - Barcelona-El Prat, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $459). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$521Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$559Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$580Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$607Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$623Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$653Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$686Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,008Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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