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$625+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne, Switzerland

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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZRH
abr. 22 — abr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lucerne

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Round-trip from

$756
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$709
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Lucerne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Lucerne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/233:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/51:20 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$625
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/238:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/51:20 pmZRH - DSM
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$693
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/226:20 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops21h 15mDelta
vie. 8/2910:10 amZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/17$771
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.
mié. 10/1511:35 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops17h 05mAir Canada
mar. 10/217:05 amZRH - DSM
3 stops21h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/15$1,003
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/36:13 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 42mAmerican Airlines
mié. 6/1811:45 amZRH - DSM
1 stop17h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,085
This Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/2211:04 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops23h 36mScandinavian Airlines
vie. 8/297:00 amZRH - DSM
3 stops22h 22mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,293
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/35:58 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops18h 02mIberia
jue. 7/107:30 amZRH - DSM
2 stops20h 05mIberia
Deal found 4/16$3,127
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/42:25 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 30mAir France
mié. 7/97:45 amZRH - DSM
2 stops16h 00mAir France
Deal found 4/16$3,260
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/11:58 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops25h 37mBritish Airways
vie. 7/117:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops23h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$3,305

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne 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 abril 17, 2025.
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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

vie. 8/22

1:10 pm-10:55 am

2 stops14h 45m

Zurich

vie. 8/29

1:05 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$756

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

vie. 8/22

6:20 am-10:35 am

2 stops21h 15m

Zurich

vie. 8/29

10:10 am-5:38 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$771

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 6/3

6:13 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops17h 42m

Zurich

mié. 6/18

11:45 am-9:47 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$1,085

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 6/3

11:16 am-10:20 am

2 stops16h 04m

Zurich

mié. 6/18

8:15 am-10:45 pm

3 stops21h 30m

$1,157

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

sáb. 5/31

6:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops17h 25m

Zurich

sáb. 6/7

9:55 am-9:22 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$1,196

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

vie. 8/22

11:04 am-5:40 pm

3 stops23h 36m

Zurich

vie. 8/29

7:00 am-10:22 pm

3 stops22h 22m

$1,293

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

jue. 7/3

5:58 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Zurich

jue. 7/10

7:30 am-8:35 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$3,127

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

vie. 7/4

2:25 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

mié. 7/9

7:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$3,260

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

mar. 7/1

1:58 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops25h 37m

Zurich

vie. 7/11

7:15 am-11:41 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$3,305

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

sáb. 5/31

6:45 pm-6:10 am

2 stops28h 25m

$830

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,274). 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 Lucerne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lucerne ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lucerne when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Lucerne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lucerne, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. 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 Lucerne. Reviews last updated abril 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,335 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 Lucerne?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lucerne from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Lucerne from 1 airline.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,274). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$577Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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