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$848 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$848
Typical prices: $959-$651
Lufthansa
Tue 11/3Tue 11/17
DSM - FRA • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $848 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.7 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $858 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 46m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main (DSM-FRA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Lufthansa Logo
6:45 pm - 1:45 pm
DSM
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FRA
12h 00m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
12:15 pm - 11:01 pm
FRA
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DSM
17h 46m
2 stops
$848Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Lufthansa Logo
1:05 pm - 7:30 am
DSM
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FRA
11h 25m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:45 pm - 11:01 pm
FRA
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DSM
12h 16m
1 stop
$850Lufthansa
Thu, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 9
Lufthansa Logo
11:23 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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FRA
19h 42m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
12:15 pm - 10:51 pm
FRA
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DSM
17h 36m
2 stops
$1,139Lufthansa
Thu, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 9
Lufthansa Logo
11:23 am - 10:00 am
DSM
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FRA
15h 37m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:15 pm - 10:51 pm
FRA
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DSM
17h 36m
2 stops
$1,146Lufthansa
Sun, Jul 5 - Sun, Jul 12
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:24 am - 9:50 am
DSM
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FRA
16h 26m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:40 am - 5:52 pm
FRA
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DSM
14h 12m
1 stop
$1,158Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 9
Lufthansa Logo
11:23 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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FRA
19h 42m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:20 pm - 10:56 pm
FRA
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DSM
12h 36m
1 stop
$1,160Lufthansa
Sun, Jul 5 - Sun, Jul 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 2:20 pm
DSM
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FRA
13h 46m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 10:29 pm
FRA
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DSM
18h 49m
1 stop
$1,163Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jul 5 - Sun, Jul 12
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6:00 am - 6:30 am
DSM
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FRA
17h 30m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
9:55 am - 10:51 pm
FRA
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DSM
19h 56m
2 stops
$1,170Air Canada
Thu, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:23 am - 11:00 am
DSM
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FRA
16h 37m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:56 pm
FRA
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DSM
15h 36m
2 stops
$1,175Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 17
Lufthansa Logo
6:50 pm - 4:05 pm
DSM
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FRA
14h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
1:15 pm - 10:51 pm
FRA
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DSM
16h 36m
2 stops
$1,271Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport departing in November.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport is November, where tickets cost $801 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,622 and $1,331 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$848
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • Which airline is suitable when traveling from Des Moines to Frankfurt with passengers with limited mobility?

    United Airlines will be suitable for passengers with limited mobility. United Airlines helps travelers requiring special assistance to ensure the trip is more relaxing. Assistance for individuals with special needs includes help with entering and exiting aircraft, and managing mobility aids. Furthermore, the carrier offers onboard access to oxygen supply for medical requirements.

  • Why would I opt for a business class on my flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt?

    If you select United Business Class on your trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt, you will have premium experience commencing at the check-in stage until claiming your baggage. First Class, top-notch travel support offers a stress-free initiation for your trip. They include specific Premier Access registration desks, security pathways, and preferred boarding.

  • What are the public transport options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to downtown Frankfurt?

    Several public transport alternatives are available from Frankfurt Airport to the central area of Frankfurt am Main. The most efficient option is the S-Bahn train, with lines S8 and S9, which operate direct routes to the city's heart. Moreover, you can find local trains and coaches accessible. Taxicabs and rented vehicles are additional choices for getting around from the airport to downtown Frankfurt. Nevertheless, commuter services provide a convenient and economical choice.

  • Which airline is best when flying with kids?

    Lufthansa is a great choice for flying with kids from Des Moines to Frankfurt. The airline provides entertainment while flying, offering diverse and kid-friendly movies, TV shows, and games to ensure children stay entertained. Moreover, the airline also offers children-friendly meals and snacks to meet their preferences. The company also provides diaper-changing amenities and support for parents with young children.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport was $848 for a round-trip ticket.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main?

    A passport is required to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Des Moines from Des Moines and will be arriving at Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and Frankfurt am Main, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main, Finnair or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main are Finnair and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $880 and an overall rating of 7.7, Finnair is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $933 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and FRA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Frankfurt am Main from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Passengers will have several layovers for this route depending on their flight and departure time. Passengers flying with United Airlines and Lufthansa will have a layover at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Multiple airlines will have a layover at Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and London Gatwick (LGW).
  • Lufthansa permits travelers to carry a solitary personal possession that cannot surpass 11.8 x 15.7 x 3.9 inches. Economy and premium economy passengers can carry one item of regular hand luggage not exceeding a weight limit of 17.6 lb. The cabin baggage size must be at most 21.6 x 15.7 x 9 inches.
  • Des Moines Airport is about five miles from downtown Des Moines. This airport is a central hub for several airlines, including American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. It has one terminal and flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt operate from the main terminal.
  • United Airlines provide the finest pet policy on your trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt. Going on trips with animals within the aircraft cabin is exclusively authorized for domesticated cats and dogs only. Each passenger can have at most two pets, and they need to travel contained within a hard-sided carrier made of soft material. The total weight of the pet and its carrier should not exceed 100 lb.
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has several car rental services. The vehicle rental counters are located in the Arrival Hall in Terminal 1, at Level 1. Firms like Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, and SIXT are included in the airport's list of car rental providers.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Frankfurt am Main? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.7
FinnairOverall score based on 1399 reviews
7.7Boarding
6.9Entertainment
8.2Crew
6.7Food
7.5Comfort
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The crew was friendly, and the flight landed on time

10.0 ExcellentDarwin, May 2026
HEL - JFK
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The crew was friendly, and the flight landed on time

Comfort. Not good very little space after the person in front of you lay back.

Great if not for the boarding by bus at Heathrow terminal 3. Medieval disappointing time-consuming and very hard on handicapped flyers. It was awful

Business seating is soooo uncomfortable. You can sit straight up or lay down. You need pillows behind you because the back doesn’t lay down. Those are need to “prop” you up. The chair has no padding whatsoever. Food was gross. I’ve eaten on Finnair before and the food was exceptional. This time it gave 2 people in our party diarrhea. It was the chicken dish. I took 2 bites and didn’t eat anything more. The flight attendants were nice. You needed an additional lounge in Terminal D at DFW Airport. After waiting 40 minutes to enter, we finally gave up and went to a bar across from the club doors. I’m unsure if I’ll ever book a Finnair flight again.

It was a good flight, very comfortable seats for sleeping in business class. Probably the most comfortable business class seat I've ever had (20+ times in business class on various airlines). Service was good, but the only downside is my screen didn't work and it had to be reset multiple times to get it to shut off. I had to block my eyes because the screen was white almost the entire flight and I wore an eye mask when I slept. But when eating and reading in my seat, my eyes hurt because the only way to turn the screen off was reset it and the screen would only be off for a few minutes at a time.

Everything was wonderful! AirBus seats are more comfortable to sleep in as compared to the Boeing planes.

All reviews good because...flight from BWI to London ,economy seats was miserable. I usually book 1,step up from economy but this would have added 1500 bucks 1 way. Bit the bullet and upgraded for retun flight, otherwise all ratings would have been rock bottom.

It was okay. The airplane was a little smaller than a flight from Thailand to Helsinki.

Wish that everyone would board the back of the plane first. Also let kids on first. The gate wasn’t open at arrival and we waited 45 minutes to takeoff. They made up for time in the air.

This was an absolutely exceptional flight. The flight attendants were extremely attentive and very friendly. They seemed to go out of their way to make us comfortable and to make sure that we had everything we needed., We were in business and were very happy with the size and the details for our pods. We would definitely recommend Finnair and will definitely be flying with them again.

Friendliest Flight Attendant I’ve seen since I flew on Southwest Airlines. The whole trip was outstanding…and arrived Early!

I didn’t have a seat assignment and my seat was very dirty on the flight from Frankfurt to Budapest.

Food was surprisingly delicious. Space in the seat is horrible when the seating front is reclined. Movie offerings were terrible. Crew was friendly and helpful.

They cancelled my flight and rebooked for Monday from Saturday without my consent. Putting me in a stressful spot. I have important medical appointments that I can’t miss and work. I tried to contact them to either rebook or request a refund, but I was always 200 or more in line and could never get ahold of customer service the call would always hang up after waiting 2 hours on hold. I’m not sure if I will ever get a refund even though I paid for seats as well, but my only option was to spend more money to rebook with another airline.

Due to cancellation of connecting flight (Lufthansa) I didn’t fly with United

Vegetarian selection could be better. Bread was too hard to chew.

Great until we got to FRA. The next trip leg we were put in Business Class where seats had minimal padding!!!! They were awful and United Airlines needs to have their Lufthansa partner up their game or I won’t fly with them again!!

The wheelchair service is useless. They live you in different spots, not tell you anything just wait. I waited 30 minutes in Frankfurt when decided to walk the 25 minutes distance. In Budapest nobody came.

Short flight, crew and staff very efficient. Over all good flight experience.

The plane was fully booked, it was hard to breathe. But the crew was nice.

Good food, overall very comfy. The flight was full so obviously not optimal, but it is what it is.

Parents with permanently crying baby on board. Neither parents nor crew did anything to calm the baby. The food was extremely disappointing. Seafood stew was very, very small! Not even appetizer size! Seat had a gap in the back. Had to use a pillow to fill it.

I upgraded to the business class cabin. It was the poorest business class I have ever experienced. No access to any business lounge in Tampa airport. Seats are not comfortable. I had a window seat and had to step/crawl over the next seat. Food was mediocre and service below average for business class. Bathroom location was ridiculous. No place to wait. I cannot believe I paid this kind of money and will never fly Lufthansa Discover again. They really should reimburse me somehow.

Boarding was disorganized. The door to one to the toilets wouldn’t lock. The plane was shockingly cramped, and clearly used for domestic flights due to the menus for items to sell domestic travelers. United should be ashamed of its small seats, tiny unclean toilets, and money grubbing stance toward services, compared to Lufthansa, Emirates, and most international carriers United is awful.

The staff was bit rude when I asked for an extra drink after one beer, asked for one wine glass.

Very good, i got two seats for myself, and was comfortable with the blanket i got

Terrible. Both flights were significantly delayed, no luggage, made me check my small bag when many, many others had much larger carry-ons, not even a bottle of water . . . I will not fly Discover Airlines again.

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting flight.

Missed it by a couple minutes and couldn’t find an alternative flight so had to spend the night in DC and after much shuffling from 1 airline to another managed to get a United to Frankfurt.

There were only 2 toilets and one of them did not work in business class. We are not allowed to cross classes so had to wait in line to use the toilets!! The entertainment touch display was finicky and did not work all the time.

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