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$432+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAD
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 12/911:23 amDSM - MAD
1 stop14h 52mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/1611:15 amMAD - DSM
1 stop18h 19mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/5$432
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 12/911:23 amDSM - MAD
1 stop14h 52mDelta
Tue 12/1610:00 amMAD - DSM
2 stops30h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/5$442
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/91:17 pmDSM - MAD
1 stop12h 33mIberia
Tue 12/1612:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop17h 29mIberia
Deal found 11/5$557
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 12/96:00 amDSM - MAD
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1512:55 amMAD - DSM
1 stop29h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/912:57 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops14h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1512:55 amMAD - DSM
1 stop20h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$697
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/256:41 amDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/110:00 amMAD - DSM
1 stop20h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$982
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 12/216:00 amDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,040
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/206:00 amDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/271:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,105

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Madrid (MAD). 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$432
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$676
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($420 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Madrid that are best for you.

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Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

5:34 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 41m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/16

10:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops30h 40m

$442

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-7:55 am

1 stop18h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 12/15

12:55 am-10:59 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$558

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

3:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops14h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/31

8:35 am-9:36 pm

2 stops20h 01m

$734

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

2:48 pm-9:35 am

1 stop12h 47m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/21

10:00 am-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$794

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

7:14 am-5:45 am

1 stop16h 31m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/31

3:00 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops28h 31m

$1,033

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Sun 12/21

6:00 am-5:50 am

1 stop16h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 12/28

1:00 pm-12:37 am

1 stop18h 37m

$1,040

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

3:11 pm-9:45 am

2 stops35h 34m

$769

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

8:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop17h 05m

$971

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Deals found on 11/6

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Madrid

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Madrid in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Madrid flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Madrid (average of $537). Flying from Des Moines to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,240). 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 Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. 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 Madrid. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and Iberia from Des Moines to Madrid 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Madrid. 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 Madrid?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Madrid can take about 14h 30m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $734. There are 4457 mi between Des Moines and Madrid. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Madrid is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $586 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Iberia, starting at $644 and $686 round-trip. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Madrid (average of $537). Flying from Des Moines to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,240). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Madrid

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Madrid. 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$644Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$686Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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