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$408+ 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 3, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 11/55:00 amDSM - FRA
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2010:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop20h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$557
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/263:15 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/129:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops35h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/1$580
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 11/261:05 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop11h 20mLufthansa
Fri 12/1210:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 11/2$594
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 12/26:50 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 10mLufthansa
Wed 12/1712:15 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops16h 22mLufthansa
Deal found 11/2$597
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/21:31 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop14h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/178:15 amFRA - DSM
2 stops20h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$604
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 11/83:15 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop32h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/169:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$655
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/3$657
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/89:02 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1610:15 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$661

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 November 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$580
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$408
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$682
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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

3:15 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/12

9:45 am-2:34 pm

2 stops35h 49m

$580

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

6:50 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/17

12:15 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops16h 22m

$597

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

2:53 pm-11:40 am

1 stop13h 47m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/17

8:40 am-5:24 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$707

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

7:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop19h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

5:05 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops28h 06m

$740

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

10:15 am-7:50 am

1 stop15h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-8:53 pm

2 stops20h 53m

$755

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

10:15 am-7:50 am

1 stop15h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

11:00 am-8:53 pm

1 stop16h 53m

$756

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

3:17 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops17h 38m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/23

4:10 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$761

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

8:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$408

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

11:29 am-7:15 am

1 stop12h 46m

$415

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

11:35 am-12:00 pm

3 stops17h 25m

$428

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Heidelberg (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Heidelberg in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). 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 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 November 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Heidelberg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 2 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Heidelberg can take about 14h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $597. There are 4558 mi between Des Moines and Heidelberg. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $408. American Airlines flights start at $415 while deals on Air Canada start at $428 one-way.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Heidelberg (average of $631). Flying from Des Moines to Heidelberg in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). 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 Heidelberg

Discover the top 2 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,233Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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