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$395+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt am Main

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

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/1711:35 amDSM - FRA
2 stops37h 35mLufthansa
Fri 12/191:00 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops39h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/13$2,311
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:46 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/276:30 amFRA - DSM
2 stops24h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,527
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:46 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop29h 39mLufthansa
Sat 12/2710:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$2,575
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/178:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1910:15 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$3,721
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/1711:35 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 25mAir Canada
Fri 12/1910:15 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$4,731
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:56 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 44mBritish Airways
Sat 1/38:00 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/14$10,834
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2311:35 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/310:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$13,939
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2311:35 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 50mLufthansa
Sat 1/312:15 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/14$15,887

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$538
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$395
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,031
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main that are best for you.

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

6:48 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops14h 17m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/5

12:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$538

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-7:50 am

2 stops38h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/3

9:50 am-8:54 pm

2 stops18h 04m

$557

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

11:30 am-6:35 am

1 stop12h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 1/31

8:40 am-5:47 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$559

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

11:30 am-6:35 am

1 stop12h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 1/30

12:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$559

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

11:30 am-7:25 am

1 stop12h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/3

8:40 am-9:50 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$570

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

6:48 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 17m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/18

12:50 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 51m

$577

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

7:50 am-6:40 am

2 stops15h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 1/31

12:15 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$580

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

6:48 pm-9:55 am

1 stop32h 07m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/5

9:45 am-2:33 pm

2 stops35h 48m

$590

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

6:48 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 17m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 2/1

5:10 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$590

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

11:30 am-4:05 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$395

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (average of $624). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 am Main. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main per day from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main will take you 14h 17m. The distance from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main is about 4558 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main, with prices starting at $651. 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 am Main that include hotel bookings?

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

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

    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 am Main.

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (average of $624). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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