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$468+ 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAD
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Spain

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Spain
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 12/255:06 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops33h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/291:35 pmMAD - DSM
2 stops39h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$767
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/236:46 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops38h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/315:55 amMAD - DSM
2 stops22h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$924
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 12/255:55 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops40h 45mDelta
Mon 12/2911:15 amMAD - DSM
1 stop18h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/25$1,113
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/236:46 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops38h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:25 amMAD - DSM
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,222
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:14 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops21h 36mLufthansa
Wed 12/316:30 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops30h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/23$1,680
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/246:15 amDSM - BCN
2 stops24h 45mDelta
Wed 12/3110:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop16h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/23$2,002
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/283:27 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:40 amMAD - DSM
2 stops23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$2,110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/269:00 amDSM - BCN
2 stops17h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/210:30 amBCN - DSM
2 stops34h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$2,113
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/2612:08 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops17h 07mDelta
Fri 1/210:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop30h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/25$2,124
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 12/255:55 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops38h 05mDelta
Mon 12/2910:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop18h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/25$2,198
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Sun 12/286:46 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops21h 49mLufthansa
Sat 1/38:25 amMAD - DSM
2 stops40h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/24$2,233
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Wed 12/245:35 amDSM - BCN
1 stop20h 05mKLM
Wed 12/3110:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop16h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/23$2,288

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 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$454
(Flighttix)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$694
From Des Moines to Spain
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Spain that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Spain

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops18h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/10

1:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 20m

$469

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

6:48 pm-9:35 am

2 stops55h 47m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 2/16

9:10 am-9:41 pm

2 stops19h 31m

$470

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-8:00 am

2 stops41h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/10

1:35 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$472

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

9:03 am-9:15 am

2 stops17h 12m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/10

1:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 20m

$473

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

5:16 pm-8:40 am

1 stop32h 24m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 2/11

10:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$476

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

11:26 am-8:40 am

1 stop14h 14m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/10

10:15 am-8:54 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$477

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

6:48 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops16h 02m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$477

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

11:35 am-8:50 am

1 stop14h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/10

11:00 am-11:29 pm

1 stop19h 29m

$477

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

11:35 am-8:50 am

1 stop14h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 2/15

10:40 am-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$477

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

7:10 am-8:50 am

1 stop18h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/14

12:40 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$479

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Deals found on 12/24

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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 26, 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 16% versus a flight in the evening.

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 26, 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
8,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
9,116 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
11,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
3,060 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7,617 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 02m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $477. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$580Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$582Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$636Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$659Average$2,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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