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$729+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Switzerland

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZRH
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Switzerland

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Switzerland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Switzerland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 11/23:15 pm
DSM
-
GVA
2 stops18h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 11/41:00 pm
GVA
-
DSM
2 stops32h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16$742
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/92:15 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
2 stops36h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/128:25 pm
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops33h 04m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/14$749
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 11/42:15 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
2 stops16h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/1110:25 am
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops19h 04m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$760
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/302:15 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
2 stops22h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/710:25 am
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops19h 04m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$766
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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.
Sun 11/85:00 am
DSM
-
GVA
2 stops22h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 11/111:00 pm
GVA
-
DSM
2 stops32h 11m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/12$769
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 11/101:05 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
2 stops15h 50m
United Airlines
Fri 11/131:20 pm
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops33h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12$826
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/93:15 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 11/121:20 pm
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops31h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15$829
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 11/45:00 am
DSM
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 55m
United Airlines
Wed 11/111:20 pm
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops30h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16$830
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 11/76:45 pm
DSM
-
BSL
2 stops34h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 11/111:10 pm
BSL
-
DSM
2 stops15h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16$845
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 11/301:05 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
1 stop11h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 12/73:30 pm
ZRH
-
DSM
2 stops38h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16$864
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 10/216:45 pm
DSM
-
GVA
2 stops18h 30m
Lufthansa
Tue 10/271:50 pm
GVA
-
DSM
2 stops16h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/12$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 10/216:15 am
DSM
-
GVA
3 stops20h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2710:20 am
GVA
-
DSM
2 stops19h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12$921

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Switzerland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Switzerland flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2026.

Round-trip from

$886
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$729
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,105
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Switzerland 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 April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Switzerland that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesGeneva

DSM - GVA

DSMGVA

Des Moines

Wed 9/16

8:00 am-5:05 pm

3 stops26h 05m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 10/2

8:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$925

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

6:15 am-6:10 am

2 stops16h 55m

Zurich

Wed 5/20

12:40 pm-10:27 am

2 stops28h 47m

$964

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

11:40 am-2:50 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Zurich

Tue 5/19

9:50 am-9:23 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$977

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

8:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops20h 45m

Zurich

Wed 5/20

9:50 am-11:24 pm

1 stop20h 34m

$977
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

11:57 am-8:05 am

1 stop13h 08m

Zurich

Wed 5/20

10:10 am-5:53 pm

1 stop14h 43m

$981

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/2

11:04 am-9:40 am

2 stops39h 36m

Zurich

Sat 10/10

8:25 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops33h 04m

$1,047

Des MoinesGeneva

DSM - GVA

DSMGVA

Des Moines

Tue 7/28

6:00 am-9:55 am

2 stops20h 55m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 8/11

7:30 am-9:12 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$1,048

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

10:02 am-11:45 am

3 stops18h 43m

Zurich

Tue 5/19

3:35 pm-10:37 am

3 stops26h 02m

$1,067

Des MoinesGeneva

DSM - GVA

DSMGVA

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

6:00 am-7:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 8/11

7:30 am-9:12 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$1,110

Des MoinesGeneva

DSM - GVA

DSMGVA

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

6:00 am-7:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 6/3

12:40 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,210

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Deals found on 4/13

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Reviews of airlines servicing Switzerland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Switzerland. 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 Switzerland. Reviews last updated April 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Switzerland have to say. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,408 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
8,408 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,408 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
9,602 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,408 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Switzerland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Switzerland from Des Moines.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Switzerland can take about 13h 08m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $981. The distance between Des Moines and Switzerland is about 4666 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Switzerland are Des Moines - Zurich, Des Moines - Geneva Geneve-Cointrin and Des Moines - Basel EuroAirport Swiss.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Switzerland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Switzerland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Switzerland. 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 April 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$533Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$716Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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