Cheap Flights to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

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Frequently asked questions

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Des Moines. But we found flights with one or more stops from 478 €.
The cheapest month to fly to Des Moines is usually November.
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No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ireland and Des Moines Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Des Moines is 478 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Des Moines Airport is Sunday, 2 November 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Flying to Des Moines

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Cheapest flight found478 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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How to find cheap flights to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • 478 € is currently the cheapest price we've seen for a round-trip flight to Des Moines International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to DSM, the lowest fare is 445 €.

  • Ditch the endless refreshing and stay updated on fares by setting up a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to DSM go down, we'll notify you.

  • To get the best price on tickets to Des Moines, where Des Moines International Airport is located, book six months before your journey. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.

  • Expand your search for cheap flights to Des Moines by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' option. This will allow you to compare fares for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help keep costs down.

  • Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are often cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Des Moines International Airport.

Best time to go to Des Moines

  • You can typically board the cheapest flight to Des Moines in May.

  • To find the cheapest month for flights to DSM, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, look for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares available that month.

  • July is the most popular month for flights to DSM. Visit then if you're eager to see Des Moines at its busiest and best.

  • Travel in April if you prefer your holiday with fewer crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Des Moines are typically less expensive.

  • The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider what kind of conditions you want to get away in. Des Moines is warmest in July, averaging between 15ºC and 31ºC.

  • Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -13ºC to 2ºC.

Travelling to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

Getting to central Des Moines from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Des Moines highlights

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

  • Around 2 kilometres north-east of the centre, this popular sight deserves to be high up on your itinerary. Begin your adventure here after your flight to Des Moines International Airport.

Iowa State Fair Big Slide

  • Head to Iowa State Fair Big Slide and you'll be checking off one of the biggest attractions in Des Moines. It's about 6 kilometres east of the centre.

Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Centre

  • Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Centre is sure to be a highlight on your visit. From the heart of the city, it's located around 6 kilometres to the east.

Complete your trip with a Des Moines car hire

  • Choose from a variety of car rentals in Des Moines and explore without limits. With one easy search, compare rates and book the best deal after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Des Moines International Airport.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.