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$434+ 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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$549
(Finnair)

One-way from

$434
(EaseMyTrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,350
From Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/15:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1010:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$549
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/511:30 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2010:15 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$557
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/261:05 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/129:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops35h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$581
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/28:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/179:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops42h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 10/29$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 12/16:50 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops29h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/105:10 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$591
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Wed 11/261:05 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop11h 20mLufthansa
Fri 12/1210:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$595
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:50 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops15h 10mLufthansa
Wed 12/1712:15 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 22mLufthansa
Deal found 10/30$598

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

5:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops20h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/10

10:50 am-10:59 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$549

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

7:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop16h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/21

10:50 am-11:08 pm

1 stop19h 18m

$558

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

1:05 pm-10:05 am

2 stops14h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/12

9:45 am-2:34 pm

2 stops35h 49m

$581

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/20

9:45 am-10:55 am

2 stops32h 10m

$585

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

8:02 am-6:35 am

1 stop15h 33m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/10

5:10 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops30h 02m

$591

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 1/22

5:10 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops28h 23m

$591

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

5:45 am-7:25 am

2 stops18h 40m

$434

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

5:34 am-8:40 am

1 stop20h 06m

$456

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

11:35 am-6:35 am

1 stop12h 00m

$5,393

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Deals found on 10/29

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). 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 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 October 30, 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
8,998 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

    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. The distance from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main is about 4558 mi.

  • 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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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