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$294+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Spain

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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAD
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Spain

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Spain flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$546
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,211
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Spain
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Spain. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

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 12/15:45 amDSM - BCN
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Wed 12/1010:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop18h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/29$542
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.
Wed 10/110:03 amDSM - MAD
1 stop14h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/151:45 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop13h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$546
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 9/19:00 amDSM - BCN
1 stop18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1712:20 pmBCN - DSM
1 stop17h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$592
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.
Mon 11/176:45 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop11h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/261:35 pmBCN - DSM
3 stops39h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$599
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.
Wed 10/111:35 amDSM - MAD
2 stops13h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1512:45 pmMAD - DSM
3 stops40h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$608
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/110:03 amDSM - BCN
1 stop17h 27mIberia
Wed 9/1710:45 amBCN - DSM
1 stop13h 54mIberia
Deal found 4/29$637
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:09 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops15h 06mIberia
Wed 10/1511:35 amMAD - DSM
1 stop16h 09mIberia
Deal found 4/29$650
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:51 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops30h 29mAir Canada
Sun 9/2812:45 pmMAD - DSM
2 stops32h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$660
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:09 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops17h 26mBritish Airways
Fri 10/1710:45 amBCN - DSM
1 stop16h 59mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$676
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1010:03 amDSM - MAD
1 stop14h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2711:35 amMAD - DSM
1 stop15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$686
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.
Mon 9/18:00 amDSM - BCN
3 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/171:15 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$697
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.
Fri 10/106:20 amDSM - MAD
2 stops18h 30mDelta
Mon 10/2710:00 amMAD - DSM
2 stops29h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/30$706

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

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Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

10:03 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 52m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/15

1:45 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$546

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

9:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/17

12:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$592

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

6:20 am-9:20 am

2 stops20h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/17

9:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$597

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

11:35 am-8:05 am

2 stops13h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/15

12:45 pm-9:45 pm

3 stops40h 00m

$608

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

10:03 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 27m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/17

10:45 am-5:39 pm

1 stop13h 54m

$637

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

6:09 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops15h 06m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/15

11:35 am-8:44 pm

1 stop16h 09m

$650

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

11:35 am-7:50 am

2 stops37h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/17

12:10 pm-10:39 am

2 stops29h 29m

$659

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:51 pm-8:20 am

2 stops30h 29m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/28

12:45 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$660

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

6:09 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops17h 26m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 10/17

10:45 am-8:44 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$676

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

10:03 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 52m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/27

11:35 am-8:44 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$686

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Spain

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Spain from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Spain (average of $543). Flying from Des Moines to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 ES?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Spain. 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 Spain as you normally would.

Rainfall in Spain by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Spain ranges from 0.8 - 3.6 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Spain when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Spain by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Spain, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Spain

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Spain. 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 Spain. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Air France from Des Moines to Spain by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
643 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 Spain?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Spain. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Aer Lingus, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $471. Delta flights start at $533 while deals on KLM start at $555 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Spain is Des Moines - Barcelona-El Prat. You may also consider Des Moines - Madrid Barajas or Des Moines - Sevilla.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Spain (average of $543). Flying from Des Moines to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 Spain

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Spain. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$554Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$572Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$576Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$581Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$600Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$634Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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