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$457+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Scotland

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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EDI
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Scotland

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AranGrant
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Round-trip from

$732
(United)

One-way from

$457
(KAYAK)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$852
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Scotland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Scotland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3012:46 pmDSM - INV
2 stops16h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 12/812:20 pmINV - DSM
2 stops37h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$617
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2812:46 pmDSM - INV
2 stops16h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1010:30 amINV - DSM
3 stops19h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$672
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/178:00 amDSM - EDI
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/2611:15 amEDI - DSM
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$732
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/108:00 amDSM - EDI
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/219:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$738
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.
Sun 8/175:45 amDSM - EDI
1 stop20h 15mKLM
Wed 8/279:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop19h 22mKLM
Deal found 4/28$755
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Thu 6/125:52 pmDSM - GLA
2 stops30h 58mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/198:35 amGLA - DSM
2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,031
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Tue 6/105:40 amDSM - EDI
1 stop20h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 6/179:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop15h 02mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$1,058
This World Air Fares 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 World Air Fares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/103:38 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops12h 57mLufthansa
Tue 6/1711:30 amEDI - DSM
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$1,072
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.
Mon 7/71:26 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops13h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/1511:35 amEDI - DSM
1 stop16h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,080
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Mon 7/76:24 amDSM - EDI
2 stops20h 41mAir Canada
Tue 7/1511:15 amEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,087
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Tue 7/86:40 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 25mDelta
Thu 7/179:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop14h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,110
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Thu 6/121:58 pmDSM - GLA
2 stops14h 17mBritish Airways
Thu 6/198:35 amGLA - DSM
2 stops17h 38mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,150

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

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Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/26

11:15 am-12:23 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$732

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 8/10

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/21

9:00 am-12:23 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$738

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

5:58 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops14h 37m

Inverness

Thu 6/19

10:20 am-1:28 pm

2 stops33h 08m

$1,021

Des MoinesGlasgow

DSM - GLA

DSMGLA

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

5:52 pm-6:50 am

2 stops30h 58m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 6/19

8:35 am-8:37 pm

2 stops18h 02m

$1,031

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

5:40 am-8:00 am

1 stop20h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/17

9:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop15h 02m

$1,058

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

3:38 pm-10:35 am

2 stops12h 57m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/17

11:30 am-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$1,072

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

1:26 pm-9:25 am

2 stops13h 59m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/15

11:35 am-9:52 pm

1 stop16h 17m

$1,080

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

6:24 am-9:05 am

2 stops20h 41m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/15

11:15 am-2:41 pm

2 stops33h 26m

$1,087

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

11:26 am-12:05 pm

1 stop18h 39m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/10

9:00 am-11:03 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$1,101

Des MoinesGlasgow

DSM - GLA

DSMGLA

Des Moines

Thu 6/12

1:58 pm-10:15 am

2 stops14h 17m

Glasgow Intl

Thu 6/19

8:35 am-8:13 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$1,150

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Scotland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Scotland as you normally would.

Rainfall in Scotland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Scotland ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Scotland when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Scotland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Scotland, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Scotland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Scotland. 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 Scotland. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Scotland?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Scotland.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Aer Lingus. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $457. Users have also found prices from $459 and $466 on British Airways and KLM, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Scotland?

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Scotland is Des Moines - Edinburgh Turnhouse. You may also consider Des Moines - Glasgow Intl or Des Moines - Inverness.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Scotland (average of $724). Flying from Des Moines to Scotland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,286). 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 Scotland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Scotland. 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$534Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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