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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt am Main from $886

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 5/26. 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 — FRA
May 20 — May 271
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 May 15, 2024.

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Average price

$1,094

Round-trip from

$722
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 38%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

February can be a great time to fly to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines with a flight ticket averaging about $1,054. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $627. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (DSM - FRA)?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main. 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 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 9/247:10 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/39:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$926
Fri 6/216:54 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$929
Tue 9/246:04 amDSM - FRA
2 stops18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/39:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$930
Fri 6/216:40 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$933

Cheap Air Canada flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main. 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 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found at this time heading from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Fri 6/289:25 amFRA - DSM
3 stops19h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 5/14$1,446
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Thu 6/279:25 amFRA - DSM
3 stops19h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 5/14$1,668
Tue 9/248:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Thu 10/39:55 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 5/14$1,710

Cheap Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Prices were last updated on May 15, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 5/266:30 amDSM - FRA
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Tue 6/1111:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 33mDelta
Deal found 5/14$886
Sun 5/264:30 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Tue 6/1110:40 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/14$916
Fri 6/216:54 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$929
Fri 6/216:40 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$933
Fri 6/217:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops19h 50mDelta
Fri 6/2811:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops29h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/14$936
Fri 6/216:32 amDSM - FRA
2 stops19h 23mDelta
Thu 6/277:05 amFRA - DSM
2 stops22h 18mDelta
Deal found 5/14$954
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/279:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,174
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/289:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,254
Fri 6/218:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Fri 6/289:25 amFRA - DSM
3 stops19h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 5/14$1,446

Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 5/265:33 amDSM - FRA
1 stop20h 07mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 6/1110:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 07mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/14$886
Sun 5/264:30 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Tue 6/1110:40 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/14$916
Tue 9/247:10 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/39:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$926
Fri 6/216:54 amDSM - FRA
1 stop17h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$929
Tue 9/246:04 amDSM - FRA
2 stops18h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/39:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$930
Fri 6/216:40 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$933
Fri 6/217:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops19h 50mDelta
Fri 6/2811:50 amFRA - DSM
2 stops29h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/14$936
Tue 9/246:13 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops15h 27mBritish Airways
Thu 10/36:40 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$942
Fri 6/216:32 amDSM - FRA
2 stops19h 23mDelta
Thu 6/277:05 amFRA - DSM
2 stops22h 18mDelta
Deal found 5/14$954

Find flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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$886 - $1,446

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 5/26

1 stop20h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/11

2 stops17h 33m

$886

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 5/26

2 stops14h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/11

2 stops17h 22m

$916

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 9/24

1 stop17h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/3

1 stop19h 18m

$926

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

1 stop17h 26m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/27

1 stop21h 45m

$929

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 9/24

2 stops18h 16m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/3

1 stop19h 18m

$930

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 6/28

2 stops29h 25m

$936

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 9/24

2 stops15h 27m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/3

2 stops18h 24m

$942

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

3 stops17h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/27

2 stops18h 49m

$1,174

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

3 stops17h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 6/28

3 stops19h 24m

$1,446

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Deals found on 5/14

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Frankfurt am Main by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,009. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (average of $722). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,226). 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.

January

$722

February

$742

March

$826

April

$814

May

$901

June

$1,226

July

$1,146

August

$990

September

$966

October

$841

November

$785

December

$779

Temperature and rainfall in Frankfurt am Main by month

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

FRA

Temperature

33.8 - 64.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 Frankfurt am Main. Reviews last updated May 15, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Air Canada and Delta from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,535 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,944 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,837 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main per day from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $886, but on average you can expect to pay $1,147.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main, with prices starting at $886. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $926 and $942, respectively. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    American Airlines, Delta and KLM are the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main.

  • What does DSM to FRA mean?

    DSM and FRA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DSM to FRA refers to a flight route from Des Moines Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN), Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN), Karlsruhe Söllingen Airport (FKB), Saarbruecken Ensheim Airport (SCN), Mannheim City Airport (MHG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/14.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. 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 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$643Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$663Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$686Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$802Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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