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$583+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Heidelberg, 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Heidelberg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Heidelberg flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$786
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$583
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$852
From Des Moines to Heidelberg
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Heidelberg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Heidelberg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 9/146:30 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/239:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop20h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$786
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 11/86:39 amDSM - FRA
1 stop19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1610:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop20h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$806
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sat 11/89:04 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1610:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops19h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$811
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/81:24 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops22h 26mIberia
Sun 11/166:30 amFRA - DSM
2 stops24h 14mIberia
Deal found 8/18$827
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/3011:17 amDSM - FRA
2 stops20h 23mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/73:20 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops38h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/16$854
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/306:12 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop31h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/79:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$857

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Heidelberg that are best for you.

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

6:30 am-7:20 am

1 stop17h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/23

9:20 am-11:06 pm

1 stop20h 46m

$786

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

6:39 am-8:50 am

1 stop19h 11m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 11/16

10:50 am-12:21 am

1 stop20h 31m

$806

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

11:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop12h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 11/16

10:50 am-12:21 am

1 stop20h 31m

$806

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

9:34 am-8:45 am

1 stop16h 11m

$583

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

11:31 am-11:45 am

3 stops17h 14m

$813

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Deals found on 8/16

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Reviews of airlines servicing Heidelberg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heidelberg. 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 Heidelberg. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and United Airlines from Des Moines to Heidelberg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Heidelberg can take about 17h 50m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $786. There are 4558 mi between Des Moines and Heidelberg.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Heidelberg (average of $729). Flying from Des Moines to Heidelberg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,091). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Heidelberg

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Heidelberg. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$658Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$871Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,233Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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