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$648+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ZRH
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Switzerland (CH0). 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 30, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Switzerland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Switzerland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 4/12:17 pmDSM - BSL
2 stops17h 48mBritish Airways
Wed 4/911:50 amBSL - DSM
2 stops18h 42mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/29$648
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 4/111:38 amDSM - BSL
3 stops19h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/99:45 amBSL - DSM
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$663
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/111:38 amDSM - BSL
3 stops16h 12mAir Canada
Wed 4/98:25 amBSL - DSM
3 stops20h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 1/29$664
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 3/2011:35 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 50mAir Canada
Thu 3/2712:45 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 1/29$671
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 3/2011:35 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/279:40 amZRH - DSM
1 stop17h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$694
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Sun 2/1611:30 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops25h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 2/2610:25 amZRH - DSM
2 stops19h 06mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/29$771
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Sun 3/1611:56 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops26h 09mBritish Airways
Sun 3/2311:15 amZRH - DSM
2 stops40h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/30$776
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 2/2411:29 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops17h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/21:20 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$812
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 3/1210:22 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops18h 08mDelta
Tue 5/610:10 amZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 28mDelta
Deal found 1/30$842
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Tue 3/1111:35 amDSM - BSL
2 stops24h 35mLufthansa
Fri 5/98:25 amBSL - DSM
2 stops20h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 1/30$863
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 3/171:41 pmDSM - GVA
2 stops21h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/2412:20 pmGVA - DSM
2 stops35h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$914
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Fri 8/222:00 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop11h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/2911:45 amZRH - DSM
1 stop15h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$998

Find flights from Des Moines to Switzerland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Switzerland 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 30, 2025.

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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sun 3/2

8:00 am-7:55 am

1 stop16h 55m

Zurich

Sun 3/9

1:20 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops30h 59m

$721

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 3/16

11:56 am-7:00 pm

2 stops25h 04m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 3/23

6:50 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops33h 08m

$752

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sun 3/16

11:56 am-8:05 pm

2 stops26h 09m

Zurich

Sun 3/23

11:15 am-9:58 pm

2 stops40h 43m

$776

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

11:29 am-11:50 am

3 stops17h 21m

Zurich

Sun 3/2

1:20 pm-10:33 am

2 stops28h 13m

$812

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sun 3/16

6:45 pm-6:15 am

2 stops29h 30m

Zurich

Sun 3/23

1:20 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops58h 36m

$824

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 3/12

10:22 am-10:30 am

2 stops18h 08m

Zurich

Tue 5/6

10:10 am-5:38 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$842

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

3:28 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops14h 57m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 5/6

1:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$861

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

11:35 am-6:10 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 5/9

8:25 am-9:52 pm

2 stops20h 27m

$863

Des MoinesGeneva

DSM - GVA

DSMGVA

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

1:41 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 24m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 3/24

12:20 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$914

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop19h 50m

Zurich

Sun 7/27

11:45 am-8:32 pm

1 stop15h 47m

$1,268

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Switzerland

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Switzerland (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Switzerland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 CH?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Switzerland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Switzerland as you normally would.

Rainfall in Switzerland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Switzerland 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 Switzerland when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Switzerland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Switzerland, 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 Switzerland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Switzerland. 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 Switzerland. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Austrian Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Switzerland have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
786 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,315 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,640 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Switzerland. 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 Switzerland?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Switzerland from Des Moines.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Switzerland are Des Moines - Zurich, Des Moines - Basel EuroAirport Swiss and Des Moines - Geneva Geneve-Cointrin.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Switzerland (average of $637). Flying from Des Moines to Switzerland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Switzerland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Switzerland. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$584Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$594Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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