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Cheapest round-trip
$721
Typical prices: $633-$901
Delta
Fri 1/19Tue 1/30
DSM - MXP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$322
Typical prices: $268-$472
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/23
DSM - MXP • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Milan Malpensa Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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March
Cheapest • 32% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $809 (round-trip)
Philadelphia (PHL)
Shortest trip • 14h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Malpensa (DSM-MXP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Malpensa

Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 30
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5:45 am - 9:50 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
21h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:55 pm - 10:29 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
16h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$721Delta
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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12:52 pm - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:55 am - 9:23 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
21h 28m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$725Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:58 pm - 5:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
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12:55 pm - 10:38 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
16h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$730Delta
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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8:00 am - 10:05 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 05m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:55 am - 9:23 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
21h 28m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$731Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:27 am - 10:05 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
15h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:55 am - 9:25 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
21h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$740Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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8:00 am - 10:05 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 05m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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11:20 am - 10:30 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
18h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
$743United Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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8:00 am - 7:30 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
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9:45 am - 11:14 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
20h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$744United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:15 am - 10:05 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:55 am - 9:25 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
21h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$745Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:30 amDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
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9:45 am - 11:14 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
20h 29m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$746United Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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12:52 pm - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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11:20 am - 10:30 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-DSM Des Moines
18h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
$747United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport typically range from $633 to $901. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $721, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 63% higher.

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Key details for Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$322
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 113% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport

When to book flights from Des Moines to Malpensa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Malpensa 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 Milan Malpensa Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport takes 00m, covering 4,750 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport range from $633 to $901, with an average of $742 over the past 12 months. Anything below $633 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $413, which is 29% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)?

    Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Felirent
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Rent Smart 24
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Milan Malpensa (MXP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $667 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,214, a difference of $547.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 56m, compared with 14h 22m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 17h 36m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Milan Malpensa Airport is 7 hours ahead of Des Moines (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milan Malpensa Airport are Duomo di Milano, Piazza del Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. These are among the most viewed places in Milan Malpensa Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $667, about $547 less than Monday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Milan Malpensa Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $504 round-trip in that month - typically $459 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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