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$692+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Germany

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Germany

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Round-trip from

$692
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$917
From Des Moines to Germany
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Germany
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Germany. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:25 amDSM - BER
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/217:20 pmBER - DSM
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$692
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/17:25 amDSM - BER
1 stop17h 00mDelta
Thu 9/259:20 amBER - DSM
1 stop17h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/29$787
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/25:13 pmDSM - BER
2 stops18h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/238:50 amBER - DSM
2 stops16h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$807
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:35 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/245:05 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$811
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:10 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops15h 00mAir Canada
Wed 9/245:05 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops26h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$818
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:51 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 14mLufthansa
Wed 9/2410:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$827
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/211:35 amDSM - BER
3 stops16h 20mAir Canada
Tue 9/237:15 amBER - DSM
3 stops16h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$829
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:51 pmDSM - BER
2 stops15h 14mLufthansa
Wed 9/2410:50 amBER - DSM
2 stops17h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$830
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:10 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/249:45 amFRA - DSM
3 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$853
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Mon 5/125:30 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops33h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 5/2711:00 amFRA - DSM
1 stop16h 46mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/28$869
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:11 pmDSM - MUC
1 stop13h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2811:50 amMUC - DSM
2 stops33h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$879
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:00 amDSM - MUC
2 stops21h 10mAir Canada
Sun 9/217:00 pmMUC - DSM
2 stops33h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$894

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Germany 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Germany that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

8:25 am-1:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Berlin Brandenburg

Sun 9/21

7:20 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$692

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

7:25 am-7:25 am

1 stop17h 00m

Berlin Brandenburg

Thu 9/25

9:20 am-7:53 pm

1 stop17h 33m

$787

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

5:13 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 42m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 9/23

8:50 am-6:31 pm

2 stops16h 41m

$807

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

11:35 am-7:20 am

1 stop12h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

5:05 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$811

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

1:10 pm-11:10 am

2 stops15h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

5:05 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$818

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

6:51 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop12h 14m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

10:50 am-9:45 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$827

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

11:35 am-10:55 am

3 stops16h 20m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 9/23

7:15 am-5:14 pm

3 stops16h 59m

$829

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

6:51 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops15h 14m

Berlin Brandenburg

Wed 9/24

10:50 am-9:45 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$830

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

1:10 pm-11:10 am

2 stops15h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

9:45 am-9:45 pm

3 stops19h 00m

$853

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

5:30 pm-9:50 am

2 stops33h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/27

11:00 am-8:46 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$869

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Germany

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Germany from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Germany (average of $729). Flying from Des Moines to Germany in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 DE?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Germany. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 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 Germany as you normally would.

Rainfall in Germany by month

Plan your trip to Germany by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Germany ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Germany when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Germany by month

Plan your trip to Germany by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Germany, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Germany

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Germany. 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 Germany. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Air France from Des Moines to Germany by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Germany 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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $824. Virgin Atlantic flights start at $876 while deals on Air Canada start at $888 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Frankfurt am Main or Des Moines - Berlin Brandenburg, Des Moines - Munich Franz Josef Strauss is the most popular route from Des Moines to Germany.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Germany (average of $729). Flying from Des Moines to Germany in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 Germany

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Germany. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$540Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$642Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$658Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$753Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$768Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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