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$487+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Zurich (ZRH)

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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZRH
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Zurich (ZRH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$562
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$487
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$859
From Des Moines to Zurich
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/232:17 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops22h 23mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/2810:25 amZRH - DSM
2 stops19h 08mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/223:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/21:00 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$592
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:47 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops22h 43mDelta
Fri 11/71:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops27h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/15$627
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:49 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/710:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$629
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/610:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$630
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/308:02 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop17h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/61:20 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$636
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:50 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops56h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/18:20 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops32h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$648
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/313:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/79:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$653
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/226:17 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops21h 13mDelta
Tue 12/21:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 13mDelta
Deal found 9/15$672

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Zurich 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Zurich that are best for you.

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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

2:17 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 23m

Zurich

Fri 11/28

10:25 am-10:33 pm

2 stops19h 08m

$562

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 11/22

3:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop33h 40m

Zurich

Tue 12/2

9:40 am-9:37 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$608

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

12:30 pm-10:30 am

2 stops16h 00m

Zurich

Fri 11/7

1:30 pm-9:19 am

2 stops26h 49m

$627

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

12:49 pm-8:15 am

1 stop13h 26m

Zurich

Fri 11/7

10:15 am-10:59 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$629

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

1:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop12h 50m

Zurich

Fri 11/7

9:40 am-9:32 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$629

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops19h 15m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

10:15 am-11:50 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$631

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

11:26 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 29m

Zurich

Fri 11/7

1:20 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$636

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

11:26 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 29m

Zurich

Thu 11/6

1:20 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$636

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

6:50 pm-10:25 am

2 stops57h 35m

$487

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop20h 15m

$504

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Deals found on 9/15

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Zurich

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Des Moines to Zurich by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Zurich can take about 16h. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $627. The distance from Des Moines to Zurich is about 4666 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Zurich round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($607), offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Zurich. United Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,147). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Zurich

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Zurich. 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 September 17, 2025.
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