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$311+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to France

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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CDG
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to France

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

Round-trip from

$514
(KLM)

One-way from

$311
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,071
From Des Moines to France
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to France
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to France. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:39 pmDSM - CDG
1 stop12h 36mKLM
Wed 11/53:30 pmCDG - DSM
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Deal found 9/14$514
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3010:00 amDSM - CDG
1 stop16h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 11/610:30 amCDG - DSM
1 stop17h 33mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/15$520
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:28 amDSM - CDG
1 stop11h 42mKLM
Wed 11/2610:30 amCDG - DSM
1 stop17h 34mKLM
Deal found 9/15$522
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:21 amDSM - CDG
1 stop14h 49mKLM
Thu 11/2711:00 amCDG - DSM
1 stop18h 33mKLM
Deal found 9/15$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/296:07 pmDSM - CDG
2 stops15h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/511:05 amCDG - DSM
1 stop18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$526
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2911:06 amDSM - CDG
2 stops16h 24mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 11/58:55 amCDG - DSM
2 stops18h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/14$527
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/1910:21 amDSM - CDG
1 stop14h 49mDelta
Tue 12/29:40 amCDG - DSM
2 stops18h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/15$532
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/305:04 amDSM - CDG
1 stop22h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/611:05 amCDG - DSM
1 stop34h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$565
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:48 pmDSM - ORY
2 stops24h 17mIberia
Thu 11/67:25 amORY - DSM
2 stops23h 25mIberia
Deal found 9/15$645
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:48 pmDSM - NCE
2 stops19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/66:30 amNCE - DSM
2 stops18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$683
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Thu 10/3011:26 amDSM - NCE
2 stops39h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/66:45 amNCE - DSM
2 stops21h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$720
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/312:16 pmDSM - NCE
2 stops18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/76:30 amNCE - DSM
2 stops18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$722

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

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Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

6:39 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop12h 36m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 11/5

11:00 am-5:44 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$516

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

2:13 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 02m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 11/5

8:55 am-10:30 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$522

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Sat 11/22

3:30 pm-7:55 am

1 stop33h 25m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 12/2

9:20 am-5:46 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$522

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

11:28 am-6:10 am

1 stop11h 42m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 11/26

10:30 am-9:04 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$522

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

10:21 am-8:10 am

1 stop14h 49m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 11/27

11:00 am-10:33 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$523

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

7:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops18h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 11/5

11:25 am-10:59 pm

2 stops18h 34m

$527

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

2:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops15h 30m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 11/25

10:30 am-9:04 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$527

Des MoinesParis

DSM - ORY

DSMORY

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:48 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Paris Orly

Thu 11/6

7:25 am-11:50 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$645

Des MoinesNice

DSM - NCE

DSMNCE

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:48 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops19h 17m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Thu 11/6

6:30 am-6:10 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$683

Des MoinesNice

DSM - NCE

DSMNCE

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

11:26 am-8:35 am

2 stops39h 09m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Thu 11/6

6:45 am-8:45 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$720

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to France

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to France (average of $595). Flying from Des Moines to France in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,104). 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 FR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to France. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 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 France as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing France

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to France. 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 France. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Air France from Des Moines to France 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
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
1,386 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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!
Air France
7.4
Good
1,468 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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 France. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

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

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

    Departing from Des Moines to France will take you 12h 36m. The distance from Des Moines to France is about 4379 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Virgin Atlantic. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $379. Users have also found prices from $379 and $538 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Paris Orly or Des Moines - Nice Côte d'Azur, Des Moines - Paris Charles de Gaulle is the most popular route from Des Moines to France.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to France (average of $595). Flying from Des Moines to France in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,104). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to France

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to France. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$639Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$643Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$667Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$786Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,008Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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