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Cheapest round-trip
$930
Typical prices: $1,075-$1,181
Lufthansa
Wed 9/2Tue 9/8
DSM - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$435
American Airlines
Fri 11/6
DSM - IST • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $930 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Istanbul. You'll need at least 2 connections.
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Istanbul (DSM-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Istanbul 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Istanbul

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:25 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 5:28 pm
IST
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DSM
21h 43m
2 stops
$930Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:35 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 5:57 pm
IST
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DSM
22h 12m
2 stops
$943Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:35 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 5:57 pm
IST
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DSM
22h 12m
2 stops
$951Lufthansa
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 2:05 am
DSM
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IST
26h 45m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 9:23 pm
IST
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DSM
25h 38m
2 stops
$957Lufthansa
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:35 pm
DSM
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IST
46h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
1:55 pm - 5:57 pm
IST
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DSM
36h 02m
2 stops
$965Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:35 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 5:57 pm
IST
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DSM
22h 12m
2 stops
$980Lufthansa
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:35 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 pm - 9:28 pm
IST
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DSM
35h 33m
2 stops
$981Lufthansa
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:25 pm
DSM
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IST
46h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 pm - 9:28 pm
IST
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DSM
35h 33m
2 stops
$985Lufthansa
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:00 pm
DSM
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IST
23h 00m
3 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 9:28 pm
IST
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DSM
39h 33m
2 stops
$996United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
British Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 12:25 am
DSM
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IST
26h 30m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 5:26 pm
IST
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DSM
30h 36m
2 stops
$1,000British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from Des Moines usually cost between $1,022 and $1,354 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $930 on Lufthansa (Sep 2-Sep 8).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport is October, where tickets cost $0 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,449 and $1,446 respectively.

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Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$435
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 45% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking Des Moines to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport was $435 for a one-way ticket and $930 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Istanbul?

    A passport is required to fly from Des Moines to Istanbul.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to Istanbul?

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Istanbul?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and Istanbul, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to Istanbul, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Istanbul are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,189 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,075 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Istanbul?

    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 Istanbul.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul 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 Istanbul?

    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 Istanbul with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and IST 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 Istanbul?

    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 Istanbul from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Des Moines to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul? 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.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8493 reviews
7.8Comfort
7.2Food
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
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Flight was delayed multiple time and for more than 1 hr. My onward flight from BOS to MCI was also delayed. These delays have caused me so much inconvenience and Delta does nothing to ensure flights take off on time. No one knew why the inbound flight was delayed and what was the issue.

2.0 MediocrePreeti, Jul 2026
MCI - BOS
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Flight was delayed multiple time and for more than 1 hr. My onward flight from BOS to MCI was also delayed. These delays have caused me so much inconvenience and Delta does nothing to ensure flights take off on time. No one knew why the inbound flight was delayed and what was the issue.

The second half of terminal C at Hartsfield was 80 something degrees. I was sweating just sitting at the gate.

Boarding was quick and i made my connection early due to early arrival time

First The flight got delayed because one of the crew members was late and we couldn’t board until she arrived. Then we all boarded and got held in the tarmac for another 30 min.

Flight from Savannah arrived very late and we did not take off till 2 hours after scheduled departure!

No food or drink, Not much conversation with crew. They didn't come through to check on people. There were no charging stations or wifi to watch movies. It was like being on a bus in the air.

This flight was originally delayed by ~45 minutes; which is fine. However, there were additional delays due to late offboarding of the prior flight, unclear issues with the boarding process, delays on the tarmac, and exceptionally long taxiing. None of these issues were communicated proactively. Additionally, the flight had exceptionally rough turbulence, which led to a very uncomfortable flight and no traditional beverage service. Again, this is understandable, but it was not communicated up-front by the flight team.

My flight was canceled, and instead of rebooking me on a non-stop first-class flight for the same day, which I originally had, Delta rebooked me on a one-stop flight for the following day. When I checked the Delta app, I noticed that there were available flights for both the same day and the next day. I believe this indicates poor management on their part.

The Columbus-based WestJet crews that cover Delta commuter flights between LGA and CMH are excellent - this team included. Our flight today landed 40 minutes early, which is unheard of when flying out of LaGuardia. I've flown with the same crew in more challenging conditions, and they always rise to the occasion with helpful communication to the passengers so that we may manage expectations.

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the poor service and unprofessional staff we encountered when traveling with an infant. Our flight was delayed, and the gate staff failed to manage the boarding process appropriately. Due to incorrect, unavailable, or missing 'pink tag' stroller and car seat check-in procedures at the gate, we were forced to board last. Furthermore, the gate staff was rude and dismissive, causing significant distress to our infant. To make matters worse, one of our checked items—an infant sleeper/lounger—was returned to us broken. Given the unsafe handling of essential equipment and unprofessional treatment, I expect a prompt resolution regarding compensation for the damaged items.

The international portion was good. Food and beverage options were good. The sustainable wooden eatery was less than desirable. Your Star Alliance partner ANA provided real silverware. I'm 6'3" & 198 lbs and felt cramped in the exit row. How can that be? Flight attendant all had a pleasant disposition which is always good.

Flight was late to take off Plane broke down Had to move everyone to another plane Told we weren’t going to LGA but Newark Also told we would be taken to NY But United lied and we ended up at Newark at 2 in the morning Horrible experience. And the experience of trying to get compensation from United is just as bad. They could not care less about their passengers Never again!

Flight was late, the only reason I almost missed my flight was that my connection was also late.

Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

Flight be on time would be a good start. Then train your flight attendants to be attentive and friendly. This time they completely forgot my row for the measly snack! United, do better!

1 flight cancelled Had to fly out of different city Flight at new departure city was delayed 3 hours causing us to miss connecting flights. By the time we did make it to Prague our luggage did not. Had to wait day and a half for luggage to be delivered. Customer service was not good. Agents did not arrive at gate until 5-10 minutes before boarding

It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.

Very rough getting into denver. my kid threw up it was so rough.

Liked that we left on time for each flight. Snacks not the best, but we're okay.

I had requested wheelchair assistance prior to flight. The airport staff had no record of it. It was not provided at Cedar Rapids which was a small airport, so I managed on my own. At O'Hare airport the same thing happened. The staff told me they had no record of my request for a wheel chair. But they finally provided it after a delay when I insisted that I needed it.

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