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$1,082+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cologne (CGN)

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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CGN
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cologne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Cologne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/165:58 pmDSM - CGN
2 stops19h 32mBritish Airways
Mon 6/309:15 pmCGN - DSM
2 stops29h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,082
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/151:58 pmDSM - CGN
2 stops23h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/13:30 pmCGN - DSM
2 stops37h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,280
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/66:35 pmDSM - CGN
3 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/137:40 amCGN - DSM
2 stops20h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/43:38 pmDSM - CGN
2 stops18h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1112:55 pmCGN - DSM
2 stops17h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,643
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/1011:26 amDSM - CGN
3 stops21h 39mAir Canada
Sat 5/246:05 amCGN - DSM
3 stops22h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 4/21$1,686

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Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Mon 6/16

5:58 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops19h 32m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 6/30

9:15 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops29h 58m

$1,082

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sun 6/15

1:58 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops23h 27m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 7/1

3:30 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops37h 17m

$1,280

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

6:35 pm-11:10 pm

3 stops21h 35m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 6/13

7:40 am-9:08 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$1,489

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

3:38 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 32m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 6/11

12:55 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops17h 59m

$1,643

Des MoinesCologne

DSM - CGN

DSMCGN

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

11:26 am-4:05 pm

3 stops21h 39m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 5/24

6:05 am-9:22 pm

3 stops22h 17m

$1,686

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Deals found on 4/22

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cologne flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Cologne flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Rainfall in Cologne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cologne ranges from 2.0 - 3.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Cologne when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Cologne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cologne, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cologne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cologne. 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 Cologne. Reviews last updated April 22, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,180 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,794 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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