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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Portugal

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Lisbon
Lisbon2 stops$746
Porto
Porto2 stops$738
Lisbon
Lisbon2 stops$746
Porto
Porto2 stops$738
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Portugal flights

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What are the cheapest fares from Des Moines to Portugal right now?

The cheapest fare from Des Moines to Portugal in the last week was $746 round-trip, to Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS).

Which airport in Portugal is the cheapest to fly to from Des Moines?

All flights from Des Moines to Portugal arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS). On average, round-trip fares are around $997.

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Portugal?

Friday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Portugal, while Thursday is the most expensive. Fares run about 34% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Portugal?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Portugal during the morning with average prices of $931. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,221.

Key details for Des Moines to Portugal flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$746
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Des Moines to Lisbon

Your Des Moines to Portugal flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Des Moines to Portugal?

    Yes. Fares from Des Moines to Portugal are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $799 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Des Moines to Portugal?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Des Moines to Portugal have ranged from $799 to $1,189.

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines to Portugal?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to Portugal. However, United Airlines offers a one-stop option.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Portugal?

    On flights from Des Moines to Portugal you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Portugal?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in Portugal include:

    • Chiado
    • Ribeira Square
    • Avenida dos Aliados
    • Commerce Square

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Portugal flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for February when flights are typically cheapest and avoid June when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Friday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Thursday cost about 34% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • Start your trip in Lisbon, which is the most popular destination in Portugal. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Porto, Albufeira and Funchal.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Des Moines to Portugal

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Portugal? 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.
7.3
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10451 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
8.1Crew
7.1Entertainment
6.7Food
Airline reviews

I need to note that this flight experience was generally fine but the boarding situation was absolutely a mess and there wasn’t any actual priority boarding. I rated the experience poorly because I’m am genuinely so frustrated with the crew on United taking the baggage space in first class. This flight it didn’t happen, but the last few flights (when I ironically don’t get an opportunity to provide feedback) have been spoiled because upon entering the first class cabin as one of the first few seated passengers, the overhead bins are full and ‘crew’’ tags are on the bags of those taking space. I don’t intend to infer some sort of a class or caste system but it’s absolutely ridiculous that the crew takes the overhead storage above and beyond their most loyal and lucrative customers. They should not even have economy space IMO. And I’ve gotten grief when I’ve noted to the crew the ridiculousness of the notion that the crew (who are the last off the plane) should have priority over flyers who pay. I hope you find a way to convey this message to United because it’s happening with increasing frequency and I intend to find a way to expose the specific crew members who are doing this on a flight by flight basis. (And I have a day job)

10.0 ExcellentKristi, Oct 2026
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I need to note that this flight experience was generally fine but the boarding situation was absolutely a mess and there wasn’t any actual priority boarding. I rated the experience poorly because I’m am genuinely so frustrated with the crew on United taking the baggage space in first class. This flight it didn’t happen, but the last few flights (when I ironically don’t get an opportunity to provide feedback) have been spoiled because upon entering the first class cabin as one of the first few seated passengers, the overhead bins are full and ‘crew’’ tags are on the bags of those taking space. I don’t intend to infer some sort of a class or caste system but it’s absolutely ridiculous that the crew takes the overhead storage above and beyond their most loyal and lucrative customers. They should not even have economy space IMO. And I’ve gotten grief when I’ve noted to the crew the ridiculousness of the notion that the crew (who are the last off the plane) should have priority over flyers who pay. I hope you find a way to convey this message to United because it’s happening with increasing frequency and I intend to find a way to expose the specific crew members who are doing this on a flight by flight basis. (And I have a day job)

Great flight and crew. Need more legroom and DO NOT allow seats to recline.

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

Improve the food offerings and cabin seating. My wife would prefer to fly another airline, even with a connection for a more comfortable trip. A 737-8 should not be scheduled for a 6 hour segment, which turned into 7.5 hours due to the origin ground delay.

OK, I don’t expect much from coach class. Everything basically is pretty lousy. But at least I expect my bloody luggage to get from A to B. Tap Airlines lost my luggage and it has been more than 24 hours in Lisbon and they still have not located my luggage. On top of that, they are incredibly unhelpful. They feel actually dismissive. This lousy customer service.

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.

Food was poorly timed and not good.. Hand held snacks, really. I kept asking for water and never got any. Service was rushed for a 7-hour flight.

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.

My overall experience with British Airways was good. The cabin crew were friendly and helpful, and the flight was comfortable. The food was average and could be improved, but overall, I had a pleasant experience.

Cabin staff were very disengaged, spoke with no eye contact, dismissive. Disappointing compared to my United experiences.

The plane was experiencing problems with the HVAC system, it was very cold in the front of the plane and very hot in the back.

The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.

Bathroom ran out of TP and floor was wet. Crew seemed a bit unhappy, overnight flights may be harder.

In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.

Terrible. Internet/kiosk glitch prevented baggage checkin. Line at ticket co in Ter was under serviced and did not move. Agents did not call for flight but rather allowed time to pass. Then told each person as they reached the front if line that it was too late to check bags so they’d have to rebook flights. At least 15 people missed the flight as a result of this incompetence.

It was exactly what I expected, actually arriving sooner than scheduled.

Terrible, they canceled my flight due to an issue they had, couldn't fly me into the same place within 24 hrs so had to fly in 2.5 hrs away from my destination and spend even more money. The customer service was terrible (except at the airport in Charleston). Had to call to get my checked baggage fees reimbursed 2 wks later in which one customer service agent was very rude, wouldn't listen and then hung up on me. The second lady I spoke with was actually able to help me with that part thankfully. Would not recommend flying AA.

Delayed, missed connecting flight, ground crew double charged for international charges, were super rude and told me to just”deal with it” when I complained. Horrible airline, very frustrating.

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