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$457+ Cheap flights from Switzerland to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — DSM
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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(United Airlines)

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$457
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Cheapest flights from Switzerland to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Switzerland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 8/811:40 amGVA - DSM
2 stops34h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/253:25 pmDSM - GVA
2 stops20h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$734
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/287:20 amGVA - DSM
2 stops18h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/191:26 pmDSM - GVA
2 stops15h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$764
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 7/201:05 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop32h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/293:38 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops21h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$796
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/208:00 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops32h 47mLufthansa
Tue 7/296:50 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops34h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$837
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/2011:45 amZRH - DSM
1 stop17h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/296:10 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop19h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$929
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/17:05 amBSL - DSM
2 stops23h 34mBritish Airways
Fri 6/61:58 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops14h 02mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,086
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 8/810:20 amGVA - DSM
3 stops18h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/256:51 pmDSM - GVA
2 stops32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,304
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 8/87:15 amGVA - DSM
3 stops17h 34mAir Canada
Mon 8/251:10 pmDSM - GVA
3 stops17h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$1,315
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/111:15 amBSL - DSM
3 stops32h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/66:00 amDSM - BSL
3 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,389
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/201:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/296:24 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,508
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/287:20 amGVA - DSM
2 stops19h 53mBritish Airways
Sat 7/196:03 pmDSM - GVA
2 stops17h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,514
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2011:20 amZRH - DSM
3 stops18h 40mAir Canada
Tue 7/296:24 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops16h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$1,898

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Switzerland 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Switzerland to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Price

GenevaDes Moines

GVA - DSM

GVADSM

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 8/8

11:40 am-2:44 pm

2 stops34h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

3:25 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$734

GenevaDes Moines

GVA - DSM

GVADSM

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Sat 6/28

7:20 am-7:04 pm

2 stops18h 44m

Des Moines

Sat 7/19

1:26 pm-11:50 am

2 stops15h 24m

$764

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 7/20

1:05 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop32h 36m

Des Moines

Tue 7/29

3:38 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$796

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 7/20

8:00 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops32h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 7/29

6:50 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$837

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 7/20

11:45 am-10:14 pm

1 stop17h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 7/29

6:10 am-8:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

$929

BaselDes Moines

BSL - DSM

BSLDSM

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 6/1

7:05 am-11:39 pm

2 stops23h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

1:58 pm-11:00 am

2 stops14h 02m

$1,086

GenevaDes Moines

GVA - DSM

GVADSM

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 8/8

10:20 am-9:47 pm

3 stops18h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

6:51 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 04m

$1,304

GenevaDes Moines

GVA - DSM

GVADSM

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Fri 8/8

7:15 am-5:49 pm

3 stops17h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

1:10 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops17h 25m

$1,315

BaselDes Moines

BSL - DSM

BSLDSM

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 6/1

11:15 am-12:46 pm

3 stops32h 31m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

6:00 am-10:40 am

3 stops21h 40m

$1,389

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 7/20

1:25 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 7/29

6:24 am-6:10 am

3 stops16h 46m

$1,508

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Deals found on 4/22

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Switzerland to Des Moines

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 April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Switzerland to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,344 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,192 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Switzerland 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 Switzerland?

    For a flight from Switzerland to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Switzerland to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Switzerland to Des Moines are British Airways ($766), Delta ($790), and American Airlines ($808).

  • What are the most popular routes from Switzerland to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from Switzerland to Des Moines consider Zurich - Des Moines, Basel EuroAirport Swiss - Des Moines or Geneva Geneve-Cointrin - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Switzerland 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 Switzerland to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Switzerland to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Switzerland 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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