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$416+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Europe

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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CPH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Europe (EU0). 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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$517
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One-way from

$416
(KAYAK)
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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 January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/58:00 amDSM - DUB
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/128:00 amDUB - DSM
2 stops43h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1710:32 amDSM - DUB
2 stops23h 08mDelta
Wed 2/2612:00 pmDUB - DSM
1 stop16h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/21$556
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/106:45 pmDSM - CDG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Tue 2/252:00 pmCDG - DSM
2 stops34h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$567
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/238:10 amDSM - DUB
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/3112:15 pmDUB - DSM
2 stops39h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:16 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/3111:40 amDUB - DSM
1 stop16h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$590
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1911:29 amDSM - CDG
1 stop15h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/52:00 pmCDG - DSM
2 stops31h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$610
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/105:59 pmDSM - CDG
1 stop32h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/2511:05 amCDG - DSM
1 stop32h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$622
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/176:50 pmDSM - CDG
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/242:15 pmCDG - DSM
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$625
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/173:25 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/2412:10 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops40h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$630
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1912:15 pmDSM - CDG
1 stop12h 40mKLM
Wed 3/510:30 amCDG - DSM
1 stop17h 27mKLM
Deal found 1/19$632
This Billigflug 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/65:45 amDSM - BRU
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1311:55 amBRU - DSM
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$632
This Billigflug 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/63:15 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/139:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$633

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 January 21, 2025.

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Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Mon 2/17

11:29 am-7:00 am

2 stops13h 31m

Dublin

Wed 2/26

9:00 am-9:23 pm

2 stops42h 23m

$517

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Mon 2/10

6:45 pm-10:30 am

2 stops32h 45m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 2/25

2:00 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops34h 31m

$567

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

8:10 am-6:10 am

2 stops17h 00m

Dublin

Mon 3/31

12:15 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops39h 37m

$569

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

6:30 am-8:05 am

2 stops19h 35m

Dublin

Wed 3/12

12:00 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop15h 56m

$576

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Wed 3/26

6:16 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops14h 19m

Dublin

Mon 3/31

11:40 am-10:07 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$590

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

11:29 am-9:55 am

1 stop15h 26m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 3/5

2:00 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops31h 19m

$610

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Mon 2/10

5:59 pm-9:05 am

1 stop32h 06m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 2/25

11:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$622

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Mon 2/17

6:50 pm-10:30 am

2 stops32h 40m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 2/24

2:15 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops34h 16m

$625

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

3:25 pm-10:45 am

1 stop13h 20m

Zurich

Mon 3/24

12:10 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops40h 27m

$630

Des MoinesParis

DSM - CDG

DSMCDG

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

12:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop12h 40m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 3/5

10:30 am-8:57 pm

1 stop17h 27m

$632

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Europe

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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 $1,003). 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
665 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Scandinavian Airlines ($416), Virgin Atlantic ($462), and British Airways ($522).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Paris Charles de Gaulle or Des Moines - Rome Fiumicino, 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 $1,003). 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$454Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$481Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$554Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$575Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$580Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$597Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$600Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$601Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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