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$423+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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DSM — FRA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$891
(Ticket)

One-way from

$423
(Ovago)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$917
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
One-way flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($299 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Frankfurt. 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 4/15. 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 9/31:10 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/245:05 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops31h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$786
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 9/310:15 amDSM - FRA
1 stop16h 35mKLM
Wed 9/2411:00 amFRA - DSM
1 stop16h 50mKLM
Deal found 4/15$802
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 9/31:10 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/249:45 amFRA - DSM
3 stops18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$822
This Ticket 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:07 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 03mAir Canada
Thu 5/159:55 amFRA - DSM
2 stops31h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$891
This Ticket 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/810:17 amDSM - FRA
1 stop16h 33mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 5/1511:00 amFRA - DSM
1 stop16h 46mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/16$895
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/12:01 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop34h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/89:20 amFRA - DSM
1 stop20h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,028
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/76:09 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops21h 16mBritish Airways
Mon 7/1410:35 amFRA - DSM
2 stops17h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,070
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 5/317:01 amDSM - FRA
2 stops19h 49mDelta
Sat 6/711:00 amFRA - DSM
1 stop13h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/15$1,307
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/216:14 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops33h 01mAer Lingus
Wed 4/238:40 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops28h 02mAer Lingus
Deal found 4/17$1,910
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2011:30 amDSM - FRA
2 stops20h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 4/228:30 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops33h 08mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,946
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2011:33 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 47mLufthansa
Tue 4/2210:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 4/16$3,024

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

8:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops20h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/20

9:55 am-12:16 pm

2 stops33h 21m

$769

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

1:10 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

5:05 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops31h 09m

$786

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

10:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

11:00 am-8:50 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$802

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

1:10 pm-11:00 am

2 stops14h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/24

9:45 am-8:51 pm

3 stops18h 06m

$822

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

10:17 am-9:50 am

1 stop16h 33m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

11:00 am-8:46 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$895

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

2:01 pm-7:20 am

1 stop34h 19m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 6/8

9:20 am-11:01 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$1,028

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

6:09 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops21h 16m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 7/14

10:35 am-8:35 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$1,070

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

7:01 am-9:50 am

2 stops19h 49m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/7

11:00 am-5:03 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$1,307

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

6:45 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

10:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$14,329

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

6:13 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops18h 42m

$423

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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 Frankfurt in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 64.4 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 Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 Frankfurt am Main?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. You should not have trouble finding flights to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Frankfurt am Main. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $891 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines, starting at $895 and $1,028 round-trip. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Aer Lingus, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $423. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$540Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$658Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$700Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$797Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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