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$267+ 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Germany

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 February 13, 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 Flysmarter 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/248:00 am
DSM
-
BER
3 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/319:45 am
BER
-
DSM
2 stops18h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$620
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2212:06 pm
DSM
-
BER
2 stops16h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 5/38:50 am
BER
-
DSM
2 stops16h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$621
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2411:33 am
DSM
-
BER
2 stops15h 52m
KLM
Tue 3/317:15 pm
BER
-
DSM
2 stops27h 27m
KLM
Deal found 2/10$631
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/248:00 am
DSM
-
BER
2 stops17h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 3/317:20 am
BER
-
DSM
2 stops22h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$634
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2411:33 am
DSM
-
HAM
2 stops14h 22m
KLM
Tue 3/316:35 pm
HAM
-
DSM
2 stops28h 07m
KLM
Deal found 2/10$638
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/245:05 am
DSM
-
HAM
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/318:35 am
HAM
-
DSM
2 stops22h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$640
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 Trip.com 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 Trip.com 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
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/3111:00 am
FRA
-
DSM
1 stop16h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10$644
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

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 February 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$589
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$267
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$808
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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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Germany 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

Wed 4/15

8:04 am-9:55 am

1 stop18h 51m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/29

10:00 am-10:37 am

2 stops31h 37m

$597

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

11:33 am-9:25 am

2 stops15h 52m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 3/31

7:15 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$631

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

8:00 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 55m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 3/31

9:45 am-9:27 pm

2 stops18h 42m

$634

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

8:00 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 55m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 3/31

7:20 am-10:59 pm

2 stops22h 39m

$634

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

5:05 am-6:30 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 3/31

8:50 am-11:42 pm

2 stops21h 52m

$637

Des MoinesHamburg

DSM - HAM

DSMHAM

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

11:33 am-7:55 am

2 stops14h 22m

Hamburg

Tue 3/31

6:35 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$638

Des MoinesHamburg

DSM - HAM

DSMHAM

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

5:05 am-6:10 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Hamburg

Tue 3/31

8:35 am-11:42 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$640

Des MoinesBerlin

DSM - BER

DSMBER

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

8:00 am-10:50 am

3 stops20h 50m

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-9:27 pm

3 stops21h 27m

$641

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

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Germany (average of $572). Flying from Des Moines to Germany in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,085). 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 February 13, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Germany, such as United Airlines and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,287 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
9,287 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,287 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,784 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,287 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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 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 44m. The distance from Des Moines to Germany is about 4558 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 - Frankfurt am Main or Des Moines - Munich Franz Josef Strauss, Des Moines - Duesseldorf Intl 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Germany (average of $572). Flying from Des Moines to Germany in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,085). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Germany

Discover the top 2 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$568Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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