Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne, Switzerland from $420

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — ZRH
may. 29 — jun. 51

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lucerne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne (LU9). 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 mayo 24, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$647

One-way from

$572
High demand for flights, 39% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 40% potential price drop
From Des Moines to Lucerne
One-way flight from Des Moines to Lucerne

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Lucerne from Des Moines. Prices for February average $1,006 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $608. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 62% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne (DSM - LU9)?

When flying from Des Moines to Lucerne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Lucerne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Lucerne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,725,499 searches. Data last updated mayo 24, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Des Moines to Lucerne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
mar. 10/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
vie. 11/89:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$566
mar. 10/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/611:45 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$570
mié. 10/3011:30 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 10mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/712:10 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$589
mié. 10/308:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop20h 45mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/109:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$616
sáb. 11/23:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop34h 40mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/109:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$621
vie. 11/13:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 30mUnited Airlines
vie. 11/89:00 amZRH - DSM
2 stops15h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$636
vie. 11/13:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 30mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/79:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$666
sáb. 11/23:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 30mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/91:05 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$716
dom. 10/138:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/261:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$749

Cheap Delta flights from Des Moines to Lucerne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Des Moines and Lucerne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,725,499 searches. Data last updated mayo 24, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Des Moines to Lucerne. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
mar. 10/2912:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop15h 45mDelta
mié. 11/61:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$572
mar. 10/2911:04 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 26mDelta
vie. 11/81:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$576
mar. 10/296:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop22h 00mDelta
sáb. 11/91:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops27h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/23$620
jue. 10/3111:04 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 26mDelta
jue. 11/71:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$626
jue. 10/316:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop22h 00mDelta
mié. 11/61:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$702
vie. 11/112:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop15h 45mDelta
mié. 11/61:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$822

Cheap Des Moines to Lucerne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Lucerne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,725,499 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 24, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lucerne in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
mié. 6/198:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops19h 20mAir Canada
sáb. 7/69:55 amZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 5/23$1,237
lun. 6/178:30 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/227:25 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,457
mié. 6/196:41 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop30h 04mUnited Airlines
sáb. 7/612:55 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,545
lun. 6/178:30 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/227:25 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,658
mié. 6/192:54 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 06mUnited Airlines
sáb. 7/611:55 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,689
lun. 6/178:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/223:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,794
mié. 6/193:10 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 35mUnited Airlines
sáb. 7/69:25 amZRH - DSM
1 stop19h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,848
lun. 6/178:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/2210:25 amZRH - DSM
2 stops39h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$1,938
lun. 6/1711:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mUnited Airlines
sáb. 6/221:10 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop15h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$2,026

Des Moines to Lucerne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Lucerne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,725,499 searches. Data last updated mayo 24, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lucerne in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
mar. 10/298:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/612:45 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$544
mar. 10/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/512:45 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$548
mar. 10/298:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/81:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$549
mar. 10/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/81:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$554
mar. 10/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
vie. 11/89:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$566
mar. 10/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/611:45 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/23$570
mar. 10/2912:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop15h 45mDelta
mié. 11/61:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$572
mar. 10/2911:04 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 26mDelta
vie. 11/81:30 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop28h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/23$576
lun. 11/43:29 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 11mBritish Airways
lun. 11/119:10 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/23$583

One-way flights to Lucerne from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Lucerne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,725,499 searches. Data last updated mayo 24, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Des Moines to Lucerne can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lucerne should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
lun. 8/128:43 pmDSM - ZRH
3 stops53h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$420
lun. 8/128:30 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$450
vie. 8/92:37 pmDSM - ZRH
3 stops36h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$529
vie. 8/98:30 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$532
sáb. 8/102:15 pmDSM - ZRH
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$541
jue. 8/158:30 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$564
dom. 8/116:10 pmDSM - ZRH
3 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$572
dom. 8/1110:05 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/22$597
sáb. 8/105:40 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop31h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/22$612

Find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne 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 2,725,499 searches. Data last updated mayo 24, 2024.

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$544 - $735

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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 10/29

2 stops16h 15m

Zurich

mié. 11/6

2 stops28h 44m

$544

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 10/29

3 stops18h 15m

Zurich

mar. 11/5

2 stops28h 44m

$548

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 10/29

1 stop17h 15m

Zurich

vie. 11/8

1 stop19h 05m

$566

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 10/29

1 stop17h 15m

Zurich

mié. 11/6

2 stops17h 00m

$570

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 10/29

1 stop15h 45m

Zurich

mié. 11/6

1 stop28h 13m

$572

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

lun. 11/4

2 stops17h 11m

Zurich

lun. 11/11

2 stops31h 34m

$583

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

jue. 10/31

2 stops20h 25m

Zurich

vie. 11/8

2 stops28h 04m

$627

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

sáb. 11/2

2 stops19h 16m

Zurich

sáb. 11/9

2 stops18h 24m

$669

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

vie. 11/1

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

jue. 11/7

2 stops17h 11m

$735

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Deals found on 5/23

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne

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Temperature and rainfall in Lucerne by month

Plan your trip to Lucerne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZRH

Temperature

32 - 66.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated mayo 24, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Lucerne, such as United Airlines, Delta and British Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,845 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,388 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.0
Good
6,963 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.0
Good
7,624 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lucerne from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Lucerne from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Lucerne for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $544, but on average you can expect to pay $590.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $597. United Airlines flights start at $647 while deals on British Airways start at $5,466 one-way.

  • What does DSM to ZRH mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while ZRH stands for Zurich Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), Mulhouse EuroAirport (MLH), Belp Airport (BRN), Lugano Airport (LUG), Thal St Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lucerne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Lucerne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Lucerne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Lucerne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lucerne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Lucerne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Lucerne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Lucerne flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Lucerne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/23.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Lucerne?

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne (average of $647). Flying from Des Moines to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,353). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Lucerne

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DeltaCheapest$527Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$600Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$605Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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