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$289+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Reykjavik

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DSM — REK
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Reykjavik

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Reykjavik (IS1). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$577
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$289
(Trip.com)
From Des Moines to Reykjavik
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Reykjavik. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/611:25 amDSM - KEF
2 stops15h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/209:30 amKEF - DSM
2 stops33h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$577
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/96:50 pmDSM - KEF
2 stops32h 25mAir Canada
Fri 8/229:30 amKEF - DSM
2 stops41h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$583
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/46:05 amDSM - KEF
1 stop19h 15mDelta
Tue 8/1911:25 amKEF - DSM
2 stops16h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/12$604
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/710:56 amDSM - KEF
1 stop15h 04mKLM
Tue 8/198:50 amKEF - DSM
1 stop16h 40mKLM
Deal found 6/11$650
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1210:15 amDSM - KEF
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:45 amKEF - DSM
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$708
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:15 pmDSM - KEF
2 stops24h 20mLufthansa
Sat 9/131:15 amKEF - DSM
2 stops25h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$937
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1410:59 amDSM - KEF
1 stop15h 01mAir France
Thu 8/2811:25 amKEF - DSM
2 stops14h 05mAir France
Deal found 6/10$1,064

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik that are best for you.

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Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

11:25 am-8:10 am

2 stops15h 45m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 8/20

9:30 am-2:10 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$577

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Sat 8/9

6:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops32h 25m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 8/22

9:30 am-9:45 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$583

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

6:05 am-6:20 am

1 stop19h 15m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 8/22

8:50 am-7:13 pm

2 stops15h 23m

$604

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Thu 8/7

5:23 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 37m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 8/20

8:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$650

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

2:39 pm-7:00 am

1 stop11h 21m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 8/19

9:30 am-4:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

$750

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

6:15 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sat 9/13

1:15 am-9:45 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$937

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

10:59 am-7:00 am

1 stop15h 01m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 8/28

11:25 am-8:30 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$1,064

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-4:45 am

1 stop17h 45m

$289

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Mon 7/28

3:38 pm-8:30 am

1 stop11h 52m

$500

Des MoinesReykjavik

DSM - KEF

DSMKEF

Des Moines

Fri 8/8

5:12 pm-8:15 am

2 stops58h 03m

$520

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

Rainfall in Reykjavik by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Reykjavik ranges from 1.6 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Reykjavik when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Reykjavik by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Reykjavik, 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 51.8 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 Reykjavik

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reykjavik. 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 Reykjavik. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Reykjavik. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Reykjavik. You should not have trouble finding flights to Reykjavik from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Reykjavik per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Des Moines airport to Reykjavik. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $500. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and KLM, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Reykjavik for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Reykjavik (average of $328). Flying from Des Moines to Reykjavik in June is currently the most expensive (average of $659). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Reykjavik

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United AirlinesCheapest$596Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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