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$719+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt am Main

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FRA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$899
(Gotogate)

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January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$871
From Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 12/21:45 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/105:10 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops28h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$719
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Tue 12/27:13 amDSM - FRA
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1010:55 amFRA - DSM
1 stop17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$725
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate 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 stops42h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$899
This Flighttix 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/811:26 amDSM - FRA
1 stop12h 04mLufthansa
Thu 5/1512:40 pmFRA - DSM
1 stop16h 12mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$936
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:13 amDSM - FRA
1 stop20h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/1510:55 amFRA - DSM
1 stop32h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$945
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/114:04 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops15h 01mBritish Airways
Sun 5/186:40 amFRA - DSM
2 stops18h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$981
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/316:20 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops32h 55mAer Lingus
Wed 4/28:40 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops28h 09mAer Lingus
Deal found 3/27$1,196
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/62:14 pmDSM - FRA
1 stop11h 41mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 8/2210:40 amFRA - DSM
1 stop13h 58mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/27$1,639
This WestJet 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2512:00 pmDSM - FRA
2 stops38h 50mWestJet
Wed 5/282:25 pmFRA - DSM
2 stops50h 12mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$3,988
This Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2511:26 amDSM - FRA
3 stops23h 19mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 6/27:00 amFRA - DSM
3 stops22h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$6,717

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

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Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

8:07 am-8:10 am

2 stops17h 03m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

9:55 am-9:52 pm

2 stops42h 57m

$899

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

8:07 am-8:00 am

2 stops16h 53m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

12:40 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop16h 12m

$927

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

8:07 am-9:55 am

1 stop18h 48m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/16

9:55 am-2:41 pm

2 stops35h 46m

$933

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

11:26 am-6:30 am

1 stop12h 04m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

12:40 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop16h 12m

$936

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

5:13 am-8:45 am

1 stop20h 32m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

10:55 am-12:21 pm

1 stop32h 26m

$945

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

4:04 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops15h 01m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 5/18

6:40 am-5:43 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$981

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

2:14 pm-8:55 am

1 stop11h 41m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 8/22

10:40 am-5:38 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$1,639

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

12:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops38h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/28

2:25 pm-9:37 am

2 stops50h 12m

$3,988

Des MoinesFrankfurt am Main

DSM - FRA

DSMFRA

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

11:26 am-5:45 pm

3 stops23h 19m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/2

7:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops22h 30m

$6,717

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Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

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

Rainfall in Frankfurt am Main by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main 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 when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt am Main by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 am Main. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
634 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,325 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,785 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main, with prices starting at $899. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $933 and $936, respectively. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    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 am Main.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (average of $729). Flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,082). 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 am Main

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. 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$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$658Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$682Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$797Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,074Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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