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$305+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Europe

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DSM — CPH
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$649
(Ticket)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,642
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 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.
Thu 12/116:00 amDSM - DUB
2 stops22h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/2311:50 amDUB - DSM
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$625
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:25 pmDSM - DUB
2 stops16h 15mDelta
Tue 12/239:45 amDUB - DSM
1 stop17h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/27$639
This Ticket 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:50 pmDSM - OSL
2 stops15h 30mAir France
Wed 5/146:05 amOSL - DSM
2 stops22h 01mAir France
Deal found 3/27$649
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.
Mon 5/121:31 pmDSM - OSL
3 stops27h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/228:05 pmOSL - DSM
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$654
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2512:46 pmDSM - FCO
2 stops16h 34mBritish Airways
Mon 12/158:45 pmFCO - DSM
2 stops30h 21mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/26$672
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:07 amDSM - DUB
1 stop20h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/232:05 pmDUB - DSM
1 stop14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$676
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.
Tue 8/262:14 pmDSM - DUB
1 stop12h 31mKLM
Tue 12/239:45 amDUB - DSM
1 stop17h 31mKLM
Deal found 3/27$681
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/812:48 pmDSM - MAD
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2812:40 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop15h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$700
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/111:04 amDSM - FCO
2 stops41h 01mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/107:35 pmFCO - DSM
2 stops33h 47mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$708
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:27 pmDSM - OSL
2 stops23h 28mFinnair
Tue 5/208:35 pmOSL - DSM
2 stops33h 21mFinnair
Deal found 3/26$716
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:00 amDSM - FCO
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1212:15 pmFCO - DSM
2 stops32h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$719
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/96:13 pmDSM - OSL
2 stops21h 17mBritish Airways
Fri 5/167:50 amOSL - DSM
2 stops16h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/26$729

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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 March 28, 2025.
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Des MoinesOslo

DSM - OSL

DSMOSL

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

5:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops15h 30m

Oslo Gardermoen

Wed 5/14

6:05 am-9:06 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$649

Des MoinesOslo

DSM - OSL

DSMOSL

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

1:31 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops27h 24m

Oslo Gardermoen

Thu 5/22

8:05 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$654

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

2:14 pm-8:45 am

1 stop12h 31m

Dublin

Tue 12/23

9:45 am-9:16 pm

1 stop17h 31m

$681

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

3:15 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 30m

Dublin

Tue 12/23

11:50 am-10:20 am

3 stops28h 30m

$685

Des MoinesOslo

DSM - OSL

DSMOSL

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

5:27 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops23h 28m

Oslo Gardermoen

Tue 5/20

8:35 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops33h 21m

$716

Des MoinesOslo

DSM - OSL

DSMOSL

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

6:13 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops21h 17m

Oslo Gardermoen

Fri 5/16

7:50 am-5:43 pm

2 stops16h 53m

$729

Des MoinesOslo

DSM - OSL

DSMOSL

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

5:30 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Oslo Gardermoen

Sun 5/18

6:05 am-8:46 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$735

Des MoinesDublin

DSM - DUB

DSMDUB

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

2:14 pm-9:25 am

2 stops37h 11m

Dublin

Tue 8/26

12:40 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops39h 42m

$738

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:14 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops19h 46m

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

7:30 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops32h 52m

$741

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 4/20

11:54 am-7:20 am

1 stop13h 26m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/29

11:30 am-10:17 pm

2 stops16h 47m

$751

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Europe

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

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 $965). 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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 Aer Lingus ($507), Air Canada ($515), and KLM ($524).

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Zagreb Franjo Tuđman or Des Moines - Dublin, 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 $965). 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 10 airlines flying from Des Moines to Europe

Discover the top 10 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$540Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$554Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$572Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$576Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$595Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$597Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IberiaCheapest$634Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$1,008Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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