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$604+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Des Moines (DSM)

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — DSM
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$604
(AirNGo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$841
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:10 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 34mBritish Airways
Fri 5/96:13 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 02mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/30$604
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 5/29:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop34h 53mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/92:01 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop34h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$615
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 5/16:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops22h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/2211:25 amDSM - FRA
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$690
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 5/210:15 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/911:26 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$993
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 5/210:15 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 37mAir Canada
Fri 5/98:07 amDSM - FRA
3 stops17h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 1/30$1,106

Find flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/2

6:10 am-5:44 pm

2 stops18h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

6:13 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops17h 02m

$604

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/2

9:20 am-1:13 pm

1 stop34h 53m

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

2:01 pm-7:20 am

1 stop34h 19m

$615

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/1

6:45 am-9:52 pm

2 stops22h 07m

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

11:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop15h 30m

$690

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/2

10:15 am-9:52 pm

3 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

11:26 am-11:10 am

2 stops16h 44m

$993

Frankfurt am MainDes Moines

FRA - DSM

FRADSM

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/2

10:15 am-9:52 pm

3 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

8:07 am-8:10 am

3 stops17h 03m

$1,106

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Frankfurt to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Frankfurt to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,640 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,795 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Frankfurt am Main?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines. 1 airline have flights to Des Moines from Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis. Booking flights from Frankfurt am Main to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day.

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

    Currently priced at $604, British Airways will fly you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $615 and $690, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 airline flying from Frankfurt to Des Moines

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United AirlinesCheapest$682Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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