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$546+ 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 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 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 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 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
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1610:28 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop15h 22m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/3111:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop12h 54m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/11$652
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/245:47 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops19h 28m
Air France
Tue 3/319:45 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops19h 53m
Air France
Deal found 2/9$662

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 February 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$589
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$546
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$808
From Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
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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

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

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

Mon 3/16

6:49 pm-7:25 am

2 stops30h 36m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

9:55 am-9:27 pm

2 stops18h 32m

$664

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

10:51 am-7:50 am

2 stops14h 59m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

11:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$701

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

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 3/26

5:47 pm-7:50 am

1 stop32h 03m

$645

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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 $1,152). 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?

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 February 12, 2026.
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
9,283 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,283 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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

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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 13h 44m. 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, 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 $1,152). 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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