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$967+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lagos (LOS)

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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LOS
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lagos

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Lagos (LOS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,135
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$967
(Gotogate)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,415
From Des Moines to Lagos Murtala Muhammed
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($160 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Lagos
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Lagos. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:50 pmDSM - LOS
2 stops40h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/711:59 pmLOS - DSM
2 stops28h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,396
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:40 pmDSM - LOS
2 stops24h 20mKLM
Thu 11/611:55 pmLOS - DSM
2 stops23h 57mKLM
Deal found 9/15$1,400
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:30 pmDSM - LOS
2 stops24h 10mKLM
Fri 11/711:00 pmLOS - DSM
2 stops29h 03mKLM
Deal found 9/16$1,411
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:47 amDSM - LOS
1 stop19h 48mDelta
Thu 11/611:55 pmLOS - DSM
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/15$1,430
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:47 amDSM - LOS
1 stop19h 48mDelta
Fri 11/711:55 pmLOS - DSM
2 stops29h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/16$1,431
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:47 amDSM - LOS
1 stop19h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 11/79:45 amLOS - DSM
1 stop19h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$1,459
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Fri 10/318:30 amDSM - LOS
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/73:30 pmLOS - DSM
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,567

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

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Des Moines

Fly to

Lagos

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Depart

Return

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Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

2:06 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops44h 44m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 3/8

11:10 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$1,135

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 11/6

11:55 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$1,400

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

3:30 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 11/7

11:00 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops29h 03m

$1,411

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

10:50 am-7:35 am

1 stop14h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 11/7

11:55 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,430

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

5:47 am-7:35 am

1 stop19h 48m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 11/7

9:45 am-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$1,459

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

10:50 am-7:35 am

1 stop14h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 11/6

9:45 am-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$1,489

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

2:16 pm-7:45 am

2 stops35h 29m

$967

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

10:50 am-7:35 am

1 stop14h 45m

$1,281

Des MoinesLagos

DSM - LOS

DSMLOS

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

6:50 pm-5:45 pm

3 stops40h 55m

$1,355

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Deals found on 9/15

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to LOS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Lagos. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Des Moines to Lagos by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Lagos

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lagos. 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 Lagos. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Lagos have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Lagos will take you 24h 20m. Des Moines and Lagos are separated by a distance of 6271 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Lagos round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Lagos, with prices starting at $896. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $999 round trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Lagos for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $967. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Atlantic and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Lagos for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lagos (average of $1,167). Flying from Des Moines to Lagos in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,860). 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 Lagos

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Lagos. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$896Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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