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Cheapest round-trip
$798
Typical prices: $774-$1,244
Air Canada, Lufthansa
Fri 11/23Sat 12/8
DSM - CDG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$385
Typical prices: $427-$729
Lufthansa
Mon 1/15
DSM - CDG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 30% price drop
December
Most popular
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $803 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 12h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Paris (DSM-CDG)

 

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Paris with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:00 am - 10:25 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
19h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 9:25 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
21h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$798Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 pm - 10:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
21h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
6:20 pm - 9:23 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
34h 03m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$808Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 9:55 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
17h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 7:16 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
36h 16m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$819United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:55 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
18h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 9:25 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
38h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$819United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
11:01 am - 11:20 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
17h 19m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul London Heathrow
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 6:08 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
17h 08m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$820Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
11:01 am - 11:20 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
17h 19m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul London Heathrow
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 8:39 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
15h 09m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$820Delta
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18
American Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 9:00 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
15h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 11:14 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
19h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$867American Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 9:00 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
20h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 7:02 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
15h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$869American Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
Air France Logo
5:29 pm - 11:10 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
10h 41m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:20 am - 4:11 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
12h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$879Air France
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 15
Air France Logo
6:45 am - 7:10 amDSM  Des Moines-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
17h 25m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Air France Logo
10:20 am - 4:11 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-DSM Des Moines
12h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$888Air France

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 58% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at $623 round-trip.
•December ($1,458) and June ($1,270) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$385
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Your Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport takes 00m, covering 4,379 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport range from $774 to $1,244, with an average of $894 over the past 12 months. Anything below $774 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,857, which is 229% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)?

    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Goldcar Rental SP

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $774 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,416, a difference of $642.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 46m, compared with 12h 29m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 12h 46m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Paris Charles de Gaulle 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Champs-Elysées. These are among the most viewed places in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $774, about $642 less than Thursday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $623 round-trip in that month - typically $835 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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