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$424+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Europe

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DSM — CPH
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Europe

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Round-trip from

$543
(Billigflug)

One-way from

$424
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$854
From Des Moines to Europe
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/211:38 amDSM - DUB
2 stops16h 42mAir Canada
Tue 4/89:50 amDUB - DSM
2 stops30h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/22$543
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:00 amDSM - DUB
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/269:20 amDUB - DSM
2 stops34h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$566
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/232:07 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops13h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/3112:40 pmDUB - DSM
1 stop17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$628
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:49 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 11mFinnair
Tue 4/154:10 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops36h 43mFinnair
Deal found 2/21$666
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/211:38 amDSM - CDG
2 stops15h 42mAir Canada
Wed 4/92:10 pmCDG - DSM
2 stops27h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$671
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:35 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 4/81:05 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop15h 54mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/22$676
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:14 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops14h 56mBritish Airways
Mon 4/147:45 pmMAN - DSM
2 stops32h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$677
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/18:00 amDSM - LHR
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/86:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops21h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/111:38 amDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/82:05 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops30h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$680
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:47 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops16h 18mLufthansa
Mon 4/148:25 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops31h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$689
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/12:17 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop10h 33mBritish Airways
Tue 4/82:25 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop13h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$691
This World Air Fares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 World Air Fares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/35:00 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops14h 25mAir France
Thu 4/1012:45 pmMAN - DSM
1 stop16h 14mAir France
Deal found 2/19$694

Find flights from Des Moines to Europe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Europe 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 February 22, 2025.

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Des Moines

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Europe

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

11:38 am-10:20 am

2 stops16h 42m

Dublin

Tue 4/8

9:50 am-10:40 am

2 stops30h 50m

$543

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops23h 10m

Dublin

Tue 8/26

9:20 am-1:56 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$566

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

2:07 pm-8:40 am

2 stops13h 33m

Dublin

Mon 3/31

12:40 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop17h 11m

$628

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 4/8

12:49 pm-9:00 am

1 stop14h 11m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/15

4:10 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops36h 43m

$666

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

11:38 am-10:20 am

2 stops15h 42m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 4/9

2:10 pm-10:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

$671

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

6:35 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop12h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/8

1:05 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 54m

$676

Des MoinesManchester

DSM - MAN

DSMMAN

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

6:14 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops14h 56m

Manchester

Mon 4/14

7:45 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops32h 32m

$677

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

8:00 am-6:30 am

2 stops16h 30m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/8

6:30 am-9:52 pm

2 stops21h 22m

$679

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

11:38 am-6:20 am

1 stop12h 42m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/8

2:05 pm-2:38 pm

2 stops30h 33m

$680

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

6:47 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops16h 18m

London Heathrow

Mon 4/14

8:25 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$689

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Europe

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $989). 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 EU?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Europe as you normally would.

Rainfall in Europe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Europe ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Europe when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Europe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Europe, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,213 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
1,331 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,271 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
653 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
1,449 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Europe?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Europe. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Europe are United Airlines ($479), KLM ($505), and Air Canada ($511).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Dublin or Des Moines - Manchester, Des Moines - London Heathrow is the most popular route from Des Moines to Europe.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Europe (average of $523). Flying from Des Moines to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $989). 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 9 airlines flying from Des Moines to Europe

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Europe. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$553Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$572Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$575Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$585Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$597Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$600Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$634Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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