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$876+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Munich (MUC)

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MUC
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Munich (MUC). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$879
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$876
(EaseMyTrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,169
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Munich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Munich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:11 pmDSM - MUC
1 stop13h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2811:50 amMUC - DSM
2 stops33h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$879
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.
Fri 9/128:00 amDSM - MUC
2 stops21h 10mAir Canada
Sun 9/217:00 pmMUC - DSM
2 stops33h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$894
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1211:26 amDSM - MUC
1 stop13h 59mKLM
Wed 5/2810:25 amMUC - DSM
1 stop17h 21mKLM
Deal found 4/28$895
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1211:26 amDSM - MUC
2 stops15h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2812:00 pmMUC - DSM
3 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$912
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.
Fri 9/126:51 pmDSM - MUC
1 stop11h 19mLufthansa
Sun 9/213:45 pmMUC - DSM
1 stop13h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$914
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 9/225:25 pmDSM - MUC
2 stops14h 10mDelta
Mon 10/62:00 pmMUC - DSM
2 stops34h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/29$933
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/611:51 amDSM - MUC
2 stops24h 59mAer Lingus
Wed 5/1411:25 amMUC - DSM
2 stops19h 14mAer Lingus
Deal found 4/28$1,002
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:45 amDSM - MUC
1 stop17h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/49:10 amMUC - DSM
1 stop21h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,097
This Ticket 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:40 amDSM - MUC
1 stop19h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 6/199:00 amMUC - DSM
1 stop21h 03mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/28$1,190
This Scandinavian Airlines 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/122:15 pmDSM - MUC
2 stops22h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 5/287:00 amMUC - DSM
3 stops22h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,284

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

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Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

5:11 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 5/28

11:50 am-2:42 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$879

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

8:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 9/21

7:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$894

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

11:26 am-8:25 am

1 stop13h 59m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 5/28

10:25 am-8:46 pm

1 stop17h 21m

$895

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

11:26 am-10:15 am

2 stops15h 49m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 5/28

12:00 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops17h 45m

$912

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

6:51 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 9/21

3:45 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$914

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

5:25 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 10/6

2:00 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$933

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

6:45 am-7:10 am

1 stop17h 25m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 6/4

9:10 am-11:53 pm

1 stop21h 43m

$1,097

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

5:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop19h 45m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 6/19

9:00 am-11:03 pm

1 stop21h 03m

$1,190

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

2:15 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 5/28

7:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops22h 30m

$1,284

Des MoinesMunich

DSM - MUC

DSMMUC

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

5:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop19h 45m

$876

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Munich

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 Munich in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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-Munich flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Munich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Munich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Munich flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-Munich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Munich

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Munich (average of $777). Flying from Des Moines to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). 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 Munich by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Munich ranges from 1.6 - 4.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Munich when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Munich by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Munich, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Munich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Munich. 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 Munich. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Munich, such as Delta, KLM and United Airlines. 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
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Munich round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($879), Air Canada ($894), and KLM ($895) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Munich. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Munich (average of $777). Flying from Des Moines to Munich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). 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 Munich

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Munich. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$676Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$737Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$768Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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