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$712+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EDI
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$712
(Finnair)

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January

Average price

$748
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/412:55 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops18h 30mFinnair
Tue 3/117:00 pmEDI - DSM
2 stops32h 57mFinnair
Deal found 1/20$712
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/62:52 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops16h 53mBritish Airways
Thu 3/136:05 amEDI - DSM
2 stops16h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$767
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 8/253:15 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/29:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops31h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$888
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 8/252:00 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/211:35 amEDI - DSM
1 stop14h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$905
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 5/216:45 pmDSM - EDI
3 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/37:40 amEDI - DSM
3 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,130
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 6/48:00 amDSM - EDI
3 stops17h 20mAir Canada
Sat 6/149:00 amEDI - DSM
3 stops18h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$1,522
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/176:30 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 35mKLM
Fri 5/309:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop19h 24mKLM
Deal found 1/20$1,615
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2511:25 amDSM - EDI
2 stops18h 35mLufthansa
Sun 6/811:30 amEDI - DSM
1 stop15h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$5,758

Find flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh within your budget

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Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 3/4

12:55 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/11

7:00 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops32h 57m

$712

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

2:52 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops16h 53m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/13

6:05 am-5:46 pm

2 stops16h 41m

$767

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

11:35 am-3:00 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/13

8:25 am-2:19 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$931

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 5/21

6:45 pm-10:15 pm

3 stops21h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/3

7:40 am-10:45 pm

3 stops45h 05m

$1,130

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

8:00 am-7:20 am

3 stops17h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 6/14

9:00 am-9:22 pm

3 stops18h 22m

$1,522

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sat 5/17

6:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/30

9:00 am-10:24 pm

1 stop19h 24m

$1,615

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

11:25 am-12:00 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 6/8

11:30 am-9:22 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$5,758

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

10:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops17h 50m

$768

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

3:38 pm-8:25 am

1 stop10h 47m

$950

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Deals found on 1/20

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Edinburgh in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,834 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, Finnair ($712), British Airways ($767), and United Airlines ($931) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Finnair is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$527Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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