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$399+ 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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAD
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 9, 2025.

This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/91:17 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops19h 58mIberia
Tue 12/166:40 amBCN - DSM
2 stops22h 49mIberia
Deal found 12/8$739
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sat 12/271:25 pmDSM - MAD
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1112:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$908
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Mon 12/226:00 amDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2312:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,016
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sun 12/215:07 amDSM - MAD
1 stop21h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2310:00 amMAD - DSM
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,034
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sat 12/271:25 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops17h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 1/112:35 pmMAD - DSM
2 stops37h 29mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/8$1,038
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/281:25 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops15h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 1/1112:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop16h 04mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/8$1,159
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/291:25 pmDSM - MAD
1 stop12h 25mIberia
Sun 1/1112:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop16h 04mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,199
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:41 amDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2312:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/249:00 amDSM - BCN
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/311:35 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops37h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 - BCN
2 stops19h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3111:00 amBCN - DSM
2 stops18h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/95:01 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/1611:00 amBCN - DSM
1 stop19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,709
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/911:23 amDSM - BCN
1 stop14h 17mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/1610:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop18h 39mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/8$1,713

Find 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 December 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$441
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$399
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$694
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Spain 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 December 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Spain that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

11:35 am-1:05 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 1/28

6:35 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$466

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

11:26 am-8:40 am

1 stop14h 14m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 1/29

12:15 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$469

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

5:01 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 54m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/27

12:00 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop16h 04m

$470

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

6:30 am-5:50 am

1 stop16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/28

1:00 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops17h 23m

$471

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

5:16 pm-8:40 am

1 stop32h 24m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 1/28

10:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$475

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

5:21 am-7:05 am

2 stops18h 44m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 1/30

10:40 am-11:23 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$475

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

5:21 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 29m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 1/27

11:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$475

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

5:16 pm-9:15 am

1 stop32h 59m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/29

11:15 am-10:29 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$478

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

5:21 am-9:25 am

1 stop21h 04m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 1/30

4:25 pm-10:50 am

2 stops25h 25m

$478

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

11:42 am-8:50 am

1 stop14h 08m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/27

11:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 29m

$479

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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.
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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 $483). Flying from Des Moines to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,240). 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 December 9, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Spain, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 9, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Spain to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,089 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,043 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,573 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Spain can take about 16h 54m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $470. The distance from Des Moines to Spain is about 4457 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $483). Flying from Des Moines to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,240). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Spain

Discover the top 5 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 December 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$580Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$582Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$659Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$686Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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