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$653+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt (FRA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 21, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$653
(AirNGo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,441
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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 January 21, 2025.

This AirNGo 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/28:00 amDSM - FRA
2 stops16h 25mAir Canada
Tue 2/189:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$653
This AirNGo 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/26:26 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop31h 14mAir France
Tue 2/1811:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 51mAir France
Deal found 1/21$678
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2611:29 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/55:10 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops35h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$682
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2611:30 amDSM - FRA
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Wed 3/511:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop18h 06mKLM
Deal found 1/21$699
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/610:32 amDSM - FRA
1 stop14h 18mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 3/1311:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/20$749
This Kissandfly.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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:45 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops14h 20mLufthansa
Thu 3/1312:50 pmFRA - DSM
1 stop14h 48mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$750
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.
Sun 3/168:50 amDSM - FRA
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Sun 3/239:50 amFRA - DSM
1 stop29h 51mDelta
Deal found 1/21$755
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/28:00 amDSM - FRA
3 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/139:45 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$850
This Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2611:30 amDSM - FRA
2 stops25h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 3/56:55 amFRA - DSM
3 stops22h 51mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$935
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/166:16 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 59mBritish Airways
Sat 3/225:45 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops54h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,067
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.
Thu 4/176:48 amDSM - FRA
2 stops17h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/276:30 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,230

Find flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt 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 MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

8:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/5

9:45 am-2:19 pm

2 stops35h 34m

$676

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

11:29 am-6:35 am

1 stop12h 06m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/5

5:10 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops35h 28m

$682

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

5:34 am-8:40 am

1 stop20h 06m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/5

11:40 am-10:46 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$699

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

10:32 am-7:50 am

1 stop14h 18m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/13

11:40 am-10:56 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$740

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

6:45 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops14h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/13

12:50 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$750

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

7:00 am-7:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 3/14

9:50 am-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$754

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

11:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/5

6:55 am-10:31 pm

3 stops22h 36m

$935

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

11:04 am-8:55 am

1 stop14h 51m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/30

11:00 am-5:21 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$1,099

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/1

6:45 pm-8:10 am

2 stops30h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/9

5:20 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,100

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 4/17

6:48 am-7:20 am

2 stops17h 32m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 4/27

6:30 am-5:44 pm

2 stops18h 14m

$1,230

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Deals found on 1/20

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt

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

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 $1,112). 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.

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 January 21, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 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 $653 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air France and United Airlines, starting at $678 and $682 round-trip. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 $1,112). 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$585Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$658Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$663Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$772Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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