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$478+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EDI
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Edinburgh

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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$852
(British Airways)

One-way from

$478
(Gurufare)

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July

Cheapest in

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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 March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 10/43:00 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/149:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops34h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$734
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 5/76:13 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops13h 42mBritish Airways
Wed 5/145:55 amEDI - DSM
2 stops17h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$852
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/106:35 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 30mKLM
Sat 5/176:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops17h 03mKLM
Deal found 3/27$952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 8/182:00 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/211:35 amEDI - DSM
1 stop14h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$990
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/76:45 pmDSM - EDI
3 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:35 amEDI - DSM
3 stops21h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$994
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:45 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop31h 40mLufthansa
Tue 10/1411:30 amEDI - DSM
1 stop15h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 3/26$1,087
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/305:45 amDSM - EDI
2 stops20h 15mAer Lingus
Tue 4/18:30 pmEDI - DSM
2 stops31h 28mAer Lingus
Deal found 3/26$1,183
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:17 amDSM - EDI
2 stops14h 28mAir France
Wed 5/1411:20 amEDI - DSM
2 stops15h 46mAir France
Deal found 3/26$1,225
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/1011:26 amDSM - EDI
2 stops17h 09mAir Canada
Sat 5/179:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 3/26$1,322
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:30 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops16h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 5/99:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop14h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/26$1,590
This CheapTickets.ch deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapTickets.ch is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1111:26 amDSM - EDI
1 stop14h 59mSWISS
Sun 5/1811:30 amEDI - DSM
1 stop16h 22mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$1,673
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:30 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops16h 55mDelta
Mon 5/269:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/26$4,867

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

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Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:13 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops13h 42m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/14

5:55 am-5:43 pm

2 stops17h 48m

$852

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

6:35 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$952

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/2

9:00 am-1:56 pm

2 stops34h 56m

$974

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

2:00 pm-7:10 am

1 stop11h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/2

11:35 am-8:32 pm

1 stop14h 57m

$990

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:45 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops21h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/14

6:35 am-9:52 pm

3 stops21h 17m

$994

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

10:17 am-6:45 am

2 stops14h 28m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/14

11:20 am-9:06 pm

2 stops15h 46m

$1,225

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

11:53 am-8:00 am

2 stops14h 07m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/17

11:55 am-11:39 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$1,293

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

11:26 am-10:35 am

2 stops17h 09m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/17

9:00 am-10:34 am

2 stops31h 34m

$1,322

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

5:30 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/9

9:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$1,590

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

11:26 am-8:25 am

1 stop14h 59m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 5/18

11:30 am-9:52 pm

1 stop16h 22m

$1,673

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,424 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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, British Airways ($852), KLM ($952), and United Airlines ($974) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Edinburgh. British Airways is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $478 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from WestJet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aer Lingus and American Airlines, with prices starting from $560 and $608, respectively.

  • 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 $1,323). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Edinburgh

Discover the top 3 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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