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$566+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne, Switzerland

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZRH
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lucerne

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AranGrant
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Round-trip from

$665
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$709
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 11/235:56 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops19h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/510:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 11/2311:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/51:20 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$585
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/51:20 pmZRH - DSM
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$614
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:40 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop19h 25mDelta
Mon 8/189:20 amZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/29$665
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:50 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops32h 20mAir Canada
Thu 8/149:55 amZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$712
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/16:50 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops20h 00mLufthansa
Mon 8/186:55 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops29h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$757
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/310:55 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 40mKLM
Sat 8/167:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 45mKLM
Deal found 4/29$824
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:54 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops39h 41mAer Lingus
Mon 5/58:50 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops27h 53mAer Lingus
Deal found 4/29$1,348
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/32:29 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops22h 16mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/1710:20 amZRH - DSM
2 stops19h 02mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,605
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/191:53 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 07mIberia
Wed 7/237:30 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 09mIberia
Deal found 4/28$7,632
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/33:08 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops20h 42mBritish Airways
Mon 5/57:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops23h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$16,187

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Lucerne that are best for you.

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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

5:40 am-8:05 am

1 stop19h 25m

Zurich

Mon 8/18

9:20 am-2:04 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$665

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 8/22

7:20 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Zurich

Fri 8/29

11:45 am-9:44 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$680

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

11:25 am-7:45 am

1 stop13h 20m

Zurich

Fri 8/15

1:25 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops32h 19m

$700

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 9/9

6:09 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops21h 26m

Zurich

Sun 9/14

7:30 am-8:44 pm

2 stops20h 14m

$708

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

6:50 pm-10:10 am

2 stops32h 20m

Zurich

Fri 8/15

9:55 am-2:44 pm

2 stops35h 49m

$712

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 8/1

6:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Zurich

Mon 8/18

6:55 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$757

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

10:55 am-8:35 am

2 stops14h 40m

Zurich

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 45m

$824

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

2:29 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 16m

Zurich

Sun 8/17

10:20 am-10:22 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$1,605

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 7/19

1:53 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops17h 07m

Zurich

Wed 7/23

7:30 am-5:39 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$7,632

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

6:45 pm-6:10 am

2 stops52h 25m

$801

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,234). 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.

Rainfall in Lucerne by month

Plan your trip to Lucerne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lucerne ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lucerne when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Lucerne by month

Plan your trip to Lucerne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lucerne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lucerne from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Lucerne from 1 airline.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,234). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$577Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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