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$531+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Southeast Europe

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DSM — ATH
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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November

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Southeast Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 11/129:09 amDSM - ATH
2 stops18h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/201:15 pmATH - DSM
2 stops42h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$578
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1212:46 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops21h 49mBritish Airways
Wed 11/197:55 pmATH - DSM
2 stops32h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 11/1210:55 amDSM - ATH
2 stops18h 50mDelta
Wed 11/193:35 amATH - DSM
2 stops26h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/30$638
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 11/1210:15 amDSM - ATH
2 stops19h 30mAir France
Thu 11/203:35 amATH - DSM
2 stops22h 04mAir France
Deal found 4/30$639
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 11/1211:30 amDSM - ATH
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:15 pmATH - DSM
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$657
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.
Sat 7/196:50 pmDSM - SJJ
2 stops36h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2612:30 pmSJJ - DSM
2 stops29h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$685
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/216:50 pmDSM - SJJ
2 stops20h 35mLufthansa
Thu 8/2112:30 pmSJJ - DSM
2 stops40h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$691
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2910:03 amDSM - ATH
2 stops21h 07mIberia
Tue 10/1411:05 amATH - DSM
1 stop17h 39mIberia
Deal found 4/30$717
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/292:00 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/141:00 pmATH - DSM
1 stop15h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$757
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/810:18 amDSM - ZAG
2 stops21h 12mDelta
Tue 8/266:00 amZAG - DSM
2 stops18h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/30$763
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/76:50 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops19h 30mLufthansa
Sat 8/236:05 amZAG - DSM
2 stops18h 08mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$770
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/165:10 pmDSM - SJJ
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/206:10 amSJJ - DSM
2 stops18h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$774

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe that are best for you.

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Des MoinesSarajevo

DSM - SJJ

DSMSJJ

Des Moines

Sat 7/19

6:50 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Sarajevo Butmir

Tue 8/26

12:30 pm-10:39 am

2 stops29h 09m

$685

Des MoinesSarajevo

DSM - SJJ

DSMSJJ

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

6:50 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Sarajevo Butmir

Thu 8/21

12:30 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops40h 15m

$691

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

10:03 am-3:10 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

11:05 am-8:44 pm

1 stop17h 39m

$717

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

5:45 am-10:55 am

1 stop21h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

6:05 am-4:51 pm

2 stops18h 46m

$720

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sun 9/28

6:09 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops17h 46m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/13

8:45 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$736

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

3:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops34h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

12:10 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops34h 18m

$737

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

11:35 am-10:05 am

3 stops38h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

12:10 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$743

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

2:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

1:00 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$757

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

10:18 am-2:30 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-5:38 pm

2 stops18h 38m

$763

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

6:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Sat 8/23

6:05 am-5:13 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$770

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe (average of $679). Flying from Des Moines to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,309). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Southeast Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 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 Southeast Europe as you normally would.

Rainfall in Southeast Europe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southeast Europe ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Southeast Europe when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Southeast Europe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southeast Europe, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Southeast Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southeast Europe. 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 Southeast Europe. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe, such as Emirates, Delta and KLM. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,448 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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

    For a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $531 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $571 and Lufthansa from $873 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Southeast Europe is Des Moines - Athens Eleftherios V.. You may also consider Des Moines - Zagreb Franjo Tuđman or Des Moines - Sarajevo Butmir.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe (average of $679). Flying from Des Moines to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,309). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Southeast Europe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$656Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$719Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$739Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$835Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$978Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$1,000Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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