Southeast Europe

$591+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Southeast Europe

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DSM — ATH
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Southeast Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Southeast Europe flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$680
(United)

One-way from

$591
(Lufthansa)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,240
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From Des Moines to Southeast Europe
One-way flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Southeast Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Di 10/143:15 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Di 11/116:25 amATH - DSM
2 stops23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$607
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mi 10/1511:30 amDSM - ATH
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Do 11/137:05 amATH - DSM
2 stops22h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$617
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mo 9/11:10 pmDSM - SJJ
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mo 11/242:45 pmSJJ - DSM
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$680
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mi 10/156:20 amDSM - ATH
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Di 11/113:35 amATH - DSM
2 stops21h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/4$686
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Di 10/145:25 pmDSM - ATH
2 stops15h 40mAir France
Di 11/113:35 amATH - DSM
2 stops22h 04mAir France
Deal found 4/3$700
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Di 8/262:00 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops15h 05mBritish Airways
Di 10/148:10 pmZAG - DSM
2 stops32h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/2$734
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mo 5/126:45 pmDSM - SJJ
2 stops20h 40mLufthansa
Di 5/2712:30 pmSJJ - DSM
2 stops17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/3$736
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mi 7/95:25 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Do 8/286:00 amZAG - DSM
2 stops21h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/3$744
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mo 9/11:10 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops16h 25mLufthansa
Fr 9/266:05 amZAG - DSM
2 stops21h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 4/3$748
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mo 7/76:30 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops14h 35mKLM
Mi 8/276:00 amZAG - DSM
2 stops15h 04mKLM
Deal found 4/3$749
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Di 7/82:57 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops25h 43mUnited Airlines
Di 8/266:05 amZAG - DSM
3 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$753
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mo 7/75:25 pmDSM - ZAG
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Di 8/266:45 amZAG - DSM
2 stops17h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$757

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Southeast Europe

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Des MoinesSarajevo

DSM - SJJ

DSMSJJ

Des Moines

Mo 9/1

1:10 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Sarajevo Butmir

Mo 11/24

2:45 pm-10:20 am

2 stops50h 35m

$680

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Di 8/26

2:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops15h 05m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Di 10/14

8:10 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$734

Des MoinesSarajevo

DSM - SJJ

DSMSJJ

Des Moines

Mo 5/12

6:45 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Sarajevo Butmir

Di 5/27

12:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$736

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Mi 7/9

5:25 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops14h 05m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Do 8/28

6:00 am-8:42 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$744

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Mo 9/1

1:10 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops16h 25m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Fr 9/26

6:05 am-8:51 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$748

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Di 7/8

11:25 am-11:40 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Fr 8/29

6:05 am-8:51 pm

3 stops21h 46m

$753

Des MoinesZagreb

DSM - ZAG

DSMZAG

Des Moines

Mo 7/7

5:25 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Di 8/26

6:45 am-5:38 pm

2 stops17h 53m

$757

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mo 9/29

2:00 pm-11:10 am

1 stop13h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Di 10/14

11:05 am-9:54 pm

1 stop18h 49m

$802

Des MoinesSarajevo

DSM - SJJ

DSMSJJ

Des Moines

Sa 7/26

6:50 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Sarajevo Butmir

Sa 8/30

6:10 am-8:51 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$803

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Mo 9/29

6:09 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops17h 01m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Di 10/14

11:05 am-9:54 pm

1 stop18h 49m

$805

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/3

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe (average of $679). Flying from Des Moines to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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 Southeast Europe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southeast Europe ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Southeast Europe when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Southeast Europe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southeast Europe, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Southeast Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southeast Europe. 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 Southeast Europe. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe, such as Delta, KLM and Air France. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Southeast Europe?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Southeast Europe one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $591 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $795 and Air France from $1,680 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Southeast Europe?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Southeast Europe (average of $679). Flying from Des Moines to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Southeast Europe

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$688Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$719Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$739Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$876Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$978Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$1,000Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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