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$395+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZRH
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Zurich

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/313:14 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops13h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/61:00 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,179
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:05 amZRH - DSM
3 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,431
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/211:55 pmOMA - ZRH
2 stops17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/101:20 pmZRH - OMA
2 stops39h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,930
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/196:46 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops29h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/11:10 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops32h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,961
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/195:43 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Thu 1/19:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,970
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/196:46 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop30h 09mSWISS
Thu 1/17:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops22h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$2,256
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/218:00 amOMA - ZRH
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:40 amZRH - OMA
1 stop14h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,364
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/213:14 pmOMA - ZRH
3 stops18h 31mAir Canada
Sat 1/107:05 amZRH - OMA
3 stops22h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$2,406
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/2011:10 amCID - ZRH
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/228:10 pmZRH - CID
2 stops33h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,618
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/202:28 pmCID - ZRH
2 stops19h 47mBritish Airways
Mon 12/229:10 pmZRH - CID
2 stops32h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,655
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Sat 12/2011:10 amCID - ZRH
2 stops18h 45mLufthansa
Mon 12/227:50 pmZRH - CID
2 stops32h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$2,753
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/196:46 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/19:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,836

Find flight deals from Iowa to Zurich

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Zurich flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$424
(Ticket)

One-way from

$395
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,237
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Zurich that are best for you.

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Iowa

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Zurich

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Price

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

6:48 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops14h 42m

Zurich

Fri 2/6

8:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 55m

$464

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

3:04 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops16h 41m

Zurich

Fri 2/6

1:20 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$484

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

3:24 pm-11:55 am

2 stops13h 31m

Zurich

Fri 2/27

1:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$484

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Zurich

Tue 2/10

1:00 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops32h 33m

$484

Cedar RapidsZurich

CID - ZRH

CIDZRH

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/30

5:27 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 18m

Zurich

Tue 2/3

1:00 pm-8:32 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$484

Cedar RapidsZurich

CID - ZRH

CIDZRH

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/14

3:10 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Zurich

Sun 1/18

1:20 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$484

OmahaZurich

OMA - ZRH

OMAZRH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/30

3:21 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops18h 24m

Zurich

Tue 2/3

1:00 pm-9:58 pm

3 stops39h 58m

$484

OmahaZurich

OMA - ZRH

OMAZRH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/7

3:21 pm-11:55 am

2 stops13h 34m

Zurich

Sat 2/14

1:20 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops39h 39m

$484

OmahaZurich

OMA - ZRH

OMAZRH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops20h 55m

Zurich

Sat 2/7

1:20 pm-10:30 am

2 stops28h 10m

$484

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-10:25 am

2 stops19h 25m

Zurich

Sun 2/8

1:20 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$495

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Zurich

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Zurich

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Zurich (average of $503). Flying from Iowa to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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 IA to ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Iowa to Zurich is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Iowa to Zurich?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Zurich. 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 into for flights to Zurich from Iowa?

    For a flight from Iowa to Zurich, you will be flying into Zurich. Zurich (ZRH) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Zurich?

    For as low as $484, United Airlines can have you in Zurich from Iowa in 16h 41m. The distance between Iowa and Zurich is about 4666 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Zurich?

    While some choose either Omaha Eppley Airfield - Zurich or Cedar Rapids - Zurich, Des Moines - Zurich is the most popular route from Iowa to Zurich.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Zurich?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Zurich?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Zurich (average of $503). Flying from Iowa to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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 2 airlines flying from Iowa to Zurich

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$503Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$604Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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