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$876+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BSL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
2 stars

Round-trip from

$1,064
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$876
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Basel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Basel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/315:20 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops43h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/71:00 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops41h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,064
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/16:13 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops21h 37mBritish Airways
Sun 6/87:10 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops32h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,227
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 9/126:09 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops33h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/222:00 pmBSL - DSM
2 stops37h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,648
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/318:00 amDSM - BSL
3 stops19h 55mAir Canada
Sat 6/711:30 amBSL - DSM
3 stops29h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$1,954

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Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

5:20 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops43h 15m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 6/7

1:00 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops41h 54m

$1,064

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

6:13 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 37m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 6/8

7:10 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops32h 03m

$1,227

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

6:09 pm-10:15 am

2 stops33h 06m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 9/22

2:00 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$1,648

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

8:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops19h 55m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 6/7

11:30 am-10:27 am

3 stops29h 57m

$1,954

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

3:35 pm-9:10 am

2 stops34h 35m

$876

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Deals found on 4/17

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Basel EuroAirport Swiss 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-Basel EuroAirport Swiss flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Rainfall in Basel by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Basel EuroAirport Swiss ranges from 1.9 - 3.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Basel EuroAirport Swiss when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Basel by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Basel EuroAirport Swiss, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Basel

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Basel. 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 Basel. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
8,667 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
9,142 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
6,767 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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??

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Basel EuroAirport Swiss round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,064), British Airways ($1,227), and Air Canada ($1,954) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Basel EuroAirport Swiss.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Basel EuroAirport Swiss?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Basel EuroAirport Swiss (average of $545). Flying from Des Moines to Basel EuroAirport Swiss in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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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