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$783+ 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EAP
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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$783
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Basel
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/96:47 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops17h 48mLufthansa
Wed 4/168:25 amBSL - DSM
2 stops15h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 3/2$783
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/163:34 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops13h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/231:00 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops15h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$811
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/1711:43 amDSM - BSL
2 stops23h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/241:00 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$840
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/172:12 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops17h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/246:10 amBSL - DSM
2 stops22h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$853
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 4/158:00 amDSM - BSL
3 stops19h 50mAir Canada
Tue 4/228:30 amBSL - DSM
3 stops20h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 3/2$921
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:26 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops23h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 9/227:20 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops27h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/2$1,927

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

6:47 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops17h 48m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 4/16

8:25 am-5:03 pm

2 stops15h 38m

$783

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

3:34 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops13h 51m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 4/23

1:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$811

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Thu 4/17

11:43 am-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 07m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 4/24

1:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$840

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Thu 4/17

2:12 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops17h 13m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 4/24

6:10 am-10:07 pm

2 stops22h 57m

$853

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

8:00 am-10:50 am

3 stops19h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 4/22

8:30 am-9:52 pm

3 stops20h 22m

$921

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Deals found on 3/2

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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 March 3, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,830 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,970 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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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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