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$603+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAD
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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 Madrid (MAD). 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

$603
(Air Canada)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$867
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:00 amDSM - MAD
2 stops18h 50mAir Canada
Tue 10/2112:15 pmMAD - DSM
2 stops29h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$603
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/811:35 amDSM - MAD
2 stops13h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/2212:15 pmMAD - DSM
2 stops33h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$608
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.
Sun 10/52:14 pmDSM - MAD
1 stop12h 21mDelta
Wed 10/2210:05 amMAD - DSM
1 stop14h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/17$626
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:20 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops14h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 10/224:40 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop12h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$629
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:51 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops15h 44mLufthansa
Mon 10/2011:45 amMAD - DSM
2 stops36h 29mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$674
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/95:35 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/2210:05 amMAD - DSM
1 stop14h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$700
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/811:53 amDSM - MAD
1 stop13h 02mIberia
Wed 5/214:40 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop13h 59mIberia
Deal found 4/17$856
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/99:27 amDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 38mFinnair
Fri 10/244:00 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop33h 27mFinnair
Deal found 4/17$957
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.
Wed 4/302:12 pmDSM - MAD
2 stops36h 43mAer Lingus
Wed 5/1410:35 amMAD - DSM
2 stops20h 04mAer Lingus
Deal found 4/17$1,002
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.
Mon 6/301:58 pmDSM - MAD
1 stop16h 27mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/14:40 pmMAD - DSM
1 stop14h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,241
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/185:35 amDSM - MAD
1 stop21h 00mKLM
Sun 6/16:00 amMAD - DSM
2 stops17h 49mKLM
Deal found 4/17$1,529

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Madrid 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Madrid that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-7:50 am

2 stops18h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/21

12:15 pm-10:39 am

2 stops29h 24m

$603

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

11:35 am-8:05 am

2 stops13h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/22

12:15 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$608

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

2:14 pm-9:35 am

1 stop12h 21m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/22

10:05 am-5:39 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$626

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

6:20 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/22

4:40 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$629

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

6:51 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 44m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/20

11:45 am-5:14 pm

2 stops36h 29m

$674

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Thu 10/9

5:35 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/22

10:05 am-5:39 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$700

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

11:53 am-7:55 am

1 stop13h 02m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/21

4:40 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$848

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Thu 10/9

9:27 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 38m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/24

4:00 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop33h 27m

$957

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Wed 4/30

2:12 pm-9:55 am

2 stops36h 43m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/14

10:35 am-11:39 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$1,002

Des MoinesMadrid

DSM - MAD

DSMMAD

Des Moines

Mon 6/30

1:58 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop16h 27m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 8/1

4:40 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop14h 01m

$1,241

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Madrid

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Madrid in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Madrid 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-Madrid 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 Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Des Moines to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,101). 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 MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Madrid is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 4% on airfare.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, 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 77.0 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 Madrid

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
1,327 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
1,269 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Madrid round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Madrid is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $603 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $608 and $626 round-trip. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Madrid 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 Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Des Moines to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,101). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Madrid

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Madrid. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$554Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$576Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$634Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$648Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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