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Cheapest round-trip
$844
Typical prices: $710-$1,273
United Airlines
Thu 12/6Sun 12/9
DSM - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$460
Typical prices: $489-$952
British Airways
Sun 10/7
DSM - ATH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 48% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,134 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 16h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Athens (DSM-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Athens

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:00 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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12:55 pm - 9:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
16h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$844United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 6:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:42 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
42h 42m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl
$858Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:45 pm - 9:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
43h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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1:00 pm - 5:28 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
36h 28m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$867Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:00 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 4:07 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
35h 07m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl
$880United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 1:20 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 23m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
2:40 pm - 4:55 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
34h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$950Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 11:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:00 am - 2:06 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
16h 06m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
$995Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 10:55 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:30 am - 6:56 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
19h 26m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$997American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:26 am - 11:35 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:30 am - 6:56 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
19h 26m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$997American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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2:01 pm - 11:35 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
13h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:45 am - 12:14 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
21h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,031British Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
British Airways Logo
10:35 am - 2:25 amDSM  Des Moines-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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10:45 am - 12:04 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-DSM Des Moines
21h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,068British Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to Athens with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Athens?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Athens start at $844. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $710 to $1,273. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $844 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Athens?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Athens, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 36% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Athens?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Athens at $494 round-trip.
  • December ($1,450) and July ($1,409) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 193% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Athens flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$460
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Athens?

    Flights from Des Moines to Athens usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Athens?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Athens:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Athens?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Des Moines to Athens route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $732 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,302, a difference of $570. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Monastiraki. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 5,682 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Athens?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $784, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Athens?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 02m, compared with 16h 04m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 18h 05m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Athens?

    Athens is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Centauro
    · Record go
    · Europcar
    · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Athens range from $710 to $1,273, with an average of $956 over the past 12 months. Anything below $710 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $732 - about $570 less than Friday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Athens trip for November. Fares historically average $494 round-trip in that month - typically $956 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to Athens

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
Athens (ATH)