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$981+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to the United Arab Emirates

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DXB
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$981
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,365
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/68:00 amDSM - DXB
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/122:15 amDXB - DSM
2 stops28h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$981
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 11/93:15 pmDSM - DXB
2 stops42h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/122:15 amDXB - DSM
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$993
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:50 pmDSM - DXB
2 stops26h 40mLufthansa
Fri 12/121:30 amDXB - DSM
2 stops30h 07mLufthansa
Deal found 10/26$1,031

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Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

5:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/12

2:15 am-5:24 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$981

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

3:15 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/12

2:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$993

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

11:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,031

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

3:17 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 53m

$1,360

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

8:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,707

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

11:35 am-10:55 pm

3 stops25h 20m

$5,757

Des MoinesDubai

DSM - DXB

DSMDXB

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

11:35 am-7:40 pm

3 stops22h 05m

$5,929

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Deals found on 10/28

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When flying from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates from Des Moines to the United Arab Emirates 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates?

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

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates?

    Departing from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates will take you 27h 55m. There are 7409 mi between Des Moines and United Arab Emirates.

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

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to United Arab Emirates. 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 October 28, 2025.
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EmiratesCheapest$1,219Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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