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Cheapest round-trip
$830
Typical prices: $605-$763
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Sun 1/31Thu 2/4
DSM - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$484
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Sun 9/20
DSM - IST • 2 stops
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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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Istanbul

Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
25h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:32 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
23h 02m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl
$830United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 21
Lufthansa Logo
6:45 pm - 2:50 amDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
24h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
4:30 am - 9:55 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
26h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$858Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Lufthansa Logo
3:22 pm - 9:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
22h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
5:40 am - 9:33 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
23h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$919Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:23 pm - 9:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
24h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 9:33 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
25h 48m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$955Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
21h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 9:33 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
23h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$961United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
Lufthansa Logo
3:22 pm - 9:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
22h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 9:33 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
25h 48m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$961Lufthansa
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
30h 45m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Frankfurt am Main
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:23 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
19h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$977Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Lufthansa Logo
3:22 pm - 9:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
22h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 pm - 5:48 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
31h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$980Lufthansa
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27
Delta Logo
2:46 pm - 3:30 amDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
28h 44m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
4:25 am - 9:11 pmIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
24h 46m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Minneapolis St Paul
$1,190Delta
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10
United Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 9:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-IST Istanbul
26h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 10:36 amIST  Istanbul-DSM Des Moines
52h 41m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,690United Airlines
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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.

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 June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,446 and $1,338 respectively.

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March

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$484
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 36% 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 $484 for a one-way ticket and $830 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

 
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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.
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DeltaOverall score based on 8504 reviews
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
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There is consistently no communication/updated time slots in the app on when a flight will board when its delayed, which is the most frustrating as a consumer trying to understand if they need to get food now, or if there is actually a chance for them to eat during their layover. This keeps being my experience with delta and a potential reason to change airlines.

4.0 OkayStacey, Aug 2026
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There is consistently no communication/updated time slots in the app on when a flight will board when its delayed, which is the most frustrating as a consumer trying to understand if they need to get food now, or if there is actually a chance for them to eat during their layover. This keeps being my experience with delta and a potential reason to change airlines.

Long delays at both DCA and MSP; Crew did not keep us informed (or very little). Airplane was showing signs of heavy use (not up to Delta standards). Food options for Business Class have dropped in quality. After landing we sat on tarmac for maybe 25 minutes with no provided chance to use the bathroom and crew did not tell us what was going on or give an estimated time to expect to be at a gate.

Both of my flights to and from JFK experienced significant delays. Most notably, my first flight was delayed by six hours due to crew members being affected by delays on a previous flight. While I understand that disruptions can occur, Delta’s staffing and operational planning should include sufficient contingency measures to handle situations like this rather than placing the full burden of those delays on customers. Additionally, the $12 meal voucher offered as compensation was inadequate, particularly given the high cost of food and beverages at the airport. Considering the length of the delay and the substantial inconvenience caused, I believe more meaningful compensation would have been appropriate.

Although I know the Airlines cannot control the situation when there’s a ground stoppage, it would’ve been nicer if we would have had more up-to-date information clarity around the delays. Additionally, I think the delays also took a toll on the Cabin crew, particularly the lead flight attendant in first class. She was not very friendly when we boarded the plane for many of the passengers. Number one she refused to hang a garment bag in the front closet for a first class passenger, she was unwilling to dispose of an empty bottle in the trash as I was boarding (despite drinking a bottle of water herself and needing to disregard), and she was very combative with a passenger, who needed to access something from his bag that was Gate checked. Frankly, it was really unfortunate as I’ve never seen a flight attendant behave that way directly to the passengers, particularly when none of us had done anything wrong.

overall the crew onboarding and providing service during our flight was great; they were friendly and helpful. I said ok to the entertainment because there was none, but the crew explained why which was very helpful. I am a diabetic and the type of snacks are not diabetic friendly (full of carbs and sugar). However, I am always prepared because I know the catering is for the larger population.

While it wasn't the crew's fault, it was a frustrating flight. We sat on the runway for 2+ hours. Both of the flight attendants were excellent and did a great job checking on the passengers. The pilot did keep us informed about the wait. I appreciate the crew apologizing for LaGuardia airport's backup.

the flight got cancelled - few hours before the departure time - no time to change

This a short easy flight. No food or drink but that was not an issue since we were only in the air for 35 minutes.

The meal tray was not usable it was completely uneven

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.

Like the fact that the boarding was expedited. But the delay and chaos around the onboarding was not appreciated.

Flight was 2.5 late. Maybe not United’s fault but late none the less. We were late as well on the first leg. WiFi quit working with an hour left.

Old 757 with poor entertainment system. United no longer partners with United for free text and email. O'Hara an absolute disaster! Limited gates clauses two hour delay. Unfortunately this appears to be the norm.

The flight to America was freezing. The overnight flight back to the UK was boiling hot and the cabin stank of toilet or occasionally perfume, even though I was several rows back from either bathroom. Food was tiny portions. Two small pieces of tough and dry beef in random gravy with pretend mashed potato raking up most of it. Very little veg. Salad was ok. Wooden cutlery broke within minutes of using. Lots of old films for entertainment. Some new ones. Generally a bit rubbish.

It was a good experience, unfortunately my checked baggages were come late and not arrived on time.

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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