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$425+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to India

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DEL
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to India flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$875
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$425
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,206

Good one-way deal

$590 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/1011:35 amDSM - DEL
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1711:35 pmDEL - DSM
2 stops23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$875
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:10 pmDSM - DEL
2 stops25h 15mLufthansa
Wed 9/171:45 amDEL - DSM
2 stops30h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$974
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:00 amDSM - DEL
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/171:45 amDEL - DSM
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$981
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:40 pmDSM - BOM
2 stops26h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 9/179:50 pmBOM - DSM
2 stops25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,000
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/108:00 amDSM - BOM
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/1711:05 pmBOM - DSM
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,004
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/108:00 amDSM - HYD
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/179:20 pmHYD - DSM
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,082
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:20 pmDSM - BLR
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/194:00 amBLR - DSM
2 stops24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,093
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/191:40 pmDSM - DEL
2 stops25h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 9/254:20 amDEL - DSM
2 stops29h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,100
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 9/292:05 pmDSM - DEL
2 stops23h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 10/311:15 amDEL - DSM
2 stops44h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/27$1,114
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:20 pmDSM - BLR
2 stops23h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 9/183:50 amBLR - DSM
2 stops25h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,116
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:10 pmDSM - BOM
2 stops24h 10mLufthansa
Sun 9/282:40 amBOM - DSM
2 stops29h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$1,117
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:20 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops30h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 9/199:50 pmMAA - DSM
2 stops33h 01mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,119

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

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India

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Depart

Return

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Des MoinesNew Delhi

DSM - DEL

DSMDEL

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

11:35 am-9:30 pm

2 stops23h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 9/17

11:35 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$875

Des MoinesNew Delhi

DSM - DEL

DSMDEL

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

1:10 pm-12:55 am

2 stops25h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 9/17

1:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$974

Des MoinesNew Delhi

DSM - DEL

DSMDEL

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

8:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops27h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 9/17

1:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$981

Des MoinesMumbai

DSM - BOM

DSMBOM

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

1:40 pm-2:40 am

2 stops26h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 9/17

9:50 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,000

Des MoinesMumbai

DSM - BOM

DSMBOM

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-7:05 am

2 stops36h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 9/17

11:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,004

Des MoinesHyderabad

DSM - HYD

DSMHYD

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops32h 10m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Wed 9/17

9:20 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,082

Des MoinesBengaluru

DSM - BLR

DSMBLR

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

4:20 pm-2:30 am

2 stops23h 40m

Bengaluru Intl

Fri 9/19

4:00 am-6:29 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,093

Des MoinesNew Delhi

DSM - DEL

DSMDEL

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

8:55 am-2:55 am

2 stops31h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 9/24

3:25 am-11:28 pm

2 stops30h 33m

$1,100

Des MoinesNew Delhi

DSM - DEL

DSMDEL

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

2:05 pm-12:05 am

2 stops23h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 10/3

11:15 am-9:01 pm

2 stops44h 16m

$1,114

Des MoinesBengaluru

DSM - BLR

DSMBLR

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

4:20 pm-2:30 am

2 stops23h 40m

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 9/18

3:50 am-6:29 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$1,116

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/27

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to India

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to India (average of $802). Flying from Des Moines to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 IN?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. 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 India. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Emirates, and Delta from Des Moines to India by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,316 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,535 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to India.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $644. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to India for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl, Des Moines - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Des Moines - Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to India.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to India (average of $802). Flying from Des Moines to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 7 airlines flying from Des Moines to India

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to India. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$997Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,026Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,042Average$1,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,065Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$1,097Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,112Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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