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$366+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Germany

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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
May 27 — Jun 31
Wed 5/27
Wed 6/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 11/91:45 pm
DSM
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MUC
1 stop17h 20m
United Airlines
Wed 11/1111:50 am
MUC
-
DSM
2 stops31h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24$775
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 11/98:15 pm
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop10h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 11/125:10 pm
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops26h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/25$850
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Mon 11/95:00 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops19h 25m
Air Canada
Thu 11/129:45 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops16h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/25$872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sun 11/16:15 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop18h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 11/85:10 pm
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops28h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/26$900
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sun 11/18:15 pm
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops28h 10m
Air Canada
Sun 11/85:10 pm
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops28h 01m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/26$904
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 9/25:00 am
DSM
-
FRA
2 stops19h 10m
Air Canada
Wed 9/162:20 pm
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops33h 42m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/24$909
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/15:45 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop19h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 11/810:40 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop18h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/26$915
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Wed 9/25:45 am
DSM
-
FRA
1 stop20h 10m
KLM
Wed 9/167:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
2 stops14h 07m
KLM
Deal found 4/24$923
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 9/271:05 pm
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops23h 25m
Lufthansa
Thu 10/291:35 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops15h 26m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/23$933
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 9/2711:30 am
DSM
-
CGN
2 stops17h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 10/291:35 pm
CGN
-
DSM
2 stops17h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/25$945
This lastminute.co.il deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.co.il is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/122:15 pm
DSM
-
MUC
2 stops22h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/193:10 pm
MUC
-
DSM
2 stops38h 19m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/24$970
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 5/47:05 pm
DSM
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BER
2 stops19h 00m
Lufthansa
Fri 5/229:50 am
BER
-
DSM
2 stops18h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/24$997

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Germany

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Germany flight deals. Data was last updated April 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$909
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$366
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$922
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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 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Germany that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sun 9/27

1:05 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 10/29

1:35 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$945

Des MoinesHamburg

DSM - HAM

DSMHAM

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

6:15 am-11:20 am

3 stops22h 05m

Hamburg

Wed 5/27

8:30 am-9:45 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$1,043

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Thu 9/3

1:40 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 9/15

11:50 am-10:11 am

2 stops29h 21m

$1,053
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Thu 9/3

10:15 am-6:55 am

1 stop13h 40m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 9/15

9:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop14h 49m

$1,067

Des MoinesDüsseldorf

DSM - DUS

DSMDUS

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

5:00 am-10:30 am

3 stops22h 30m

Duesseldorf Intl

Tue 6/16

9:50 am-9:40 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$1,120

Des MoinesHamburg

DSM - HAM

DSMHAM

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

2:45 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Hamburg

Mon 6/15

6:35 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops29h 48m

$1,121

Des MoinesHamburg

DSM - HAM

DSMHAM

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

5:00 am-11:20 am

3 stops23h 20m

Hamburg

Tue 6/16

7:25 am-7:25 pm

3 stops19h 00m

$1,121

Des MoinesDüsseldorf

DSM - DUS

DSMDUS

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

6:03 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops14h 57m

Duesseldorf Intl

Wed 6/17

12:25 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops15h 16m

$1,126

Des MoinesHamburg

DSM - HAM

DSMHAM

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

2:45 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Hamburg

Tue 6/16

8:30 am-8:52 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$1,128

Des MoinesHannover

DSM - HAJ

DSMHAJ

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

5:00 am-4:35 pm

3 stops28h 35m

Hannover

Tue 6/16

8:35 am-8:30 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$1,132

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Germany

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Germany (average of $557). Flying from Des Moines to Germany in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,014). 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 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 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Germany, such as Finnair,United Airlines, andLufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,391 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Firuz,Feb 2026

FRA - HEL

Positive: Simple and quick check-in. It was refreshingly easy and polite check-in and boarding staff. Negative: We were delayed, and there was no communication. I am surprised that with an airline like Finnair, you do not get any snacks on a 2.5h flight. The flights are not as cheap as Ryanair, so a bit more service would be appreciated. The crew did not specify which drink was free and which was available for payment, as there was no menu at my seat.
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,391 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,391 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Firuz,Feb 2026

FRA - HEL

Positive: Simple and quick check-in. It was refreshingly easy and polite check-in and boarding staff. Negative: We were delayed, and there was no communication. I am surprised that with an airline like Finnair, you do not get any snacks on a 2.5h flight. The flights are not as cheap as Ryanair, so a bit more service would be appreciated. The crew did not specify which drink was free and which was available for payment, as there was no menu at my seat.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,665 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,391 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Firuz,Feb 2026

FRA - HEL

Positive: Simple and quick check-in. It was refreshingly easy and polite check-in and boarding staff. Negative: We were delayed, and there was no communication. I am surprised that with an airline like Finnair, you do not get any snacks on a 2.5h flight. The flights are not as cheap as Ryanair, so a bit more service would be appreciated. The crew did not specify which drink was free and which was available for payment, as there was no menu at my seat.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,956 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,391 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Firuz,Feb 2026

FRA - HEL

Positive: Simple and quick check-in. It was refreshingly easy and polite check-in and boarding staff. Negative: We were delayed, and there was no communication. I am surprised that with an airline like Finnair, you do not get any snacks on a 2.5h flight. The flights are not as cheap as Ryanair, so a bit more service would be appreciated. The crew did not specify which drink was free and which was available for payment, as there was no menu at my seat.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Germany?

    Departing from Des Moines to Germany will take you 13h 40m. The distance from Des Moines to Germany is about 4744 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Munich Franz Josef Strauss or Des Moines - Hamburg, Des Moines - Frankfurt am Main 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Germany (average of $557). Flying from Des Moines to Germany in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,014). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Germany

Discover the top 3 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$568Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$682Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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