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$546+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 4/153:21 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops13h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 4/229:55 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops33h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$589
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 4/158:04 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop18h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 4/2910:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops31h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$597
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:20 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops18h 45m
Air Canada
Wed 4/2910:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops31h 37m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/10$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 4/155:01 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops18h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 4/299:20 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop19h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$608
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:10 pm
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop17h 55m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/295:20 pm
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop12h 39m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/7$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/243:28 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops14h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 3/315:05 pm
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops26h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$642
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2411:33 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop15h 07m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/3111:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop12h 54m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/9$643
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 3/245:35 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop21h 05m
KLM
Tue 3/3111:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop12h 54m
KLM
Deal found 2/10$651

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt (FRA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$589
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$546
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$808
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt 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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

3:21 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops13h 44m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/22

9:55 am-12:29 pm

2 stops33h 34m

$589

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

8:04 am-9:55 am

1 stop18h 51m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/29

10:00 am-10:37 am

2 stops31h 37m

$597

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

5:01 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/29

9:20 am-10:18 pm

1 stop19h 58m

$608

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

3:28 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops14h 37m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

5:05 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$642

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

11:33 am-8:40 am

1 stop15h 07m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

11:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$643

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

11:33 am-8:40 am

1 stop15h 07m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

6:40 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops28h 02m

$651

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 3/25

10:28 am-7:50 am

1 stop15h 22m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/1

11:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$654

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

6:49 pm-5:30 am

2 stops52h 41m

$546

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

10:28 am-7:50 am

1 stop15h 22m

$639

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 3/26

8:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops17h 25m

$643

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated February 12, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,276 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,276 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,276 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. You should not have trouble finding flights to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Des Moines airport to Frankfurt am Main. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport can take about 13h 44m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $589. Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main Airport are separated by a distance of 4558 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $651 on this airline. This flight start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt. 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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