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$986+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Basel (EAP)

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EAP
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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3 stars

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Basel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Basel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:01 amDSM - BSL
2 stops31h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/256:15 amBSL - DSM
2 stops17h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$986
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sun 5/182:20 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops21h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/257:05 amBSL - DSM
2 stops17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$987
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:09 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops21h 41mBritish Airways
Mon 9/227:20 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops32h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,837
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/1811:26 amDSM - BSL
3 stops16h 29mAir Canada
Sun 5/258:30 amBSL - DSM
3 stops21h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$3,936

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Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

7:01 am-9:40 pm

2 stops31h 39m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-4:49 pm

2 stops17h 34m

$986

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

2:20 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 5/25

7:05 am-5:43 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$987

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

6:09 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 41m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 9/22

7:20 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops32h 24m

$1,837

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

11:26 am-10:55 am

3 stops16h 29m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 5/25

8:30 am-10:45 pm

3 stops21h 15m

$3,936

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Deals found on 4/3

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Rainfall in Basel by month

Plan your trip to Basel by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Basel ranges from 1.9 - 3.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Basel when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Basel by month

Plan your trip to Basel by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Basel, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Basel

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Basel. 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 Basel. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MYR - CLT

This flight was impacted by a nearly 4, yes 4 hour delay. They replaced a 777 with another one and it had to be cleaned and catered before we could depart. Great crew did it without complaint.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MYR - CLT

This flight was impacted by a nearly 4, yes 4 hour delay. They replaced a 777 with another one and it had to be cleaned and catered before we could depart. Great crew did it without complaint.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,034 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MYR - CLT

This flight was impacted by a nearly 4, yes 4 hour delay. They replaced a 777 with another one and it had to be cleaned and catered before we could depart. Great crew did it without complaint.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,719 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MYR - CLT

This flight was impacted by a nearly 4, yes 4 hour delay. They replaced a 777 with another one and it had to be cleaned and catered before we could depart. Great crew did it without complaint.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Basel (average of $545). Flying from Des Moines to Basel in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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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