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$399+ 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 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EDI
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 11/301:06 pmDSM - INV
2 stops23h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/812:20 pmINV - DSM
2 stops28h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$673
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Fri 11/2811:28 amDSM - INV
2 stops22h 12mDelta
Wed 12/101:15 pmINV - DSM
2 stops33h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/15$675
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 11/309:00 pmDSM - INV
2 stops38h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 12/87:45 pmINV - DSM
2 stops28h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/17$737
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:20 amDSM - GLA
2 stops24h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/95:20 pmGLA - DSM
2 stops29h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/15$823
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/3012:08 pmDSM - INV
2 stops18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/61:15 pmINV - DSM
2 stops33h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$995
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Wed 12/311:15 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/75:50 amEDI - DSM
2 stops16h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,005
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 12/3012:08 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/66:05 amEDI - DSM
2 stops21h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,033
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:14 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops26h 01mLufthansa
Wed 1/75:35 pmEDI - DSM
2 stops34h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 11/15$1,067
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Tue 12/306:52 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops15h 58mBritish Airways
Tue 1/67:00 pmEDI - DSM
2 stops32h 04mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/15$1,118
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Fri 11/2811:00 amDSM - INV
2 stops22h 40mKLM
Wed 12/101:15 pmINV - DSM
2 stops33h 48mKLM
Deal found 11/17$1,217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/242:07 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops20h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:25 amEDI - DSM
2 stops21h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,271
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Tue 12/306:40 amDSM - INV
3 stops21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/612:45 pmINV - DSM
2 stops38h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,357

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Scotland

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Round-trip from

$673
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$399
(United Airlines)

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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 Moines

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Scotland

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Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

11:28 am-3:40 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Inverness

Wed 12/10

1:15 pm-4:16 pm

2 stops33h 01m

$675

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

9:00 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Inverness

Mon 12/8

7:45 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$737

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

11:30 am-12:00 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/17

1:00 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$767

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

3:15 pm-7:20 am

2 stops34h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/19

9:00 am-2:11 pm

2 stops35h 11m

$812

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

11:30 am-7:20 am

2 stops37h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/19

11:30 am-9:36 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$820

Des MoinesGlasgow

DSM - GLA

DSMGLA

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

10:20 am-4:35 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 12/9

5:20 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops29h 43m

$823

Des MoinesGlasgow

DSM - GLA

DSMGLA

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

2:59 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops19h 36m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 12/9

6:05 am-8:46 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$823

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

2:07 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops24h 23m

Inverness

Tue 3/31

3:45 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops36h 07m

$850

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

11:30 am-4:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/19

11:30 am-9:36 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$853

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

11:30 am-4:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/19

11:30 am-9:36 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$853

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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 November 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Scotland at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 November 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines, and British Airways from Des Moines to Scotland by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,528 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Scotland?

    Departing from Des Moines to Scotland will take you 18h 30m. Des Moines and Scotland are separated by a distance of 3923 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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.

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

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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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$687Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$696Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$738Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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