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Cheapest round-trip
$926
Typical prices: $1,093-$1,527
United Airlines
Tue 10/16Sat 10/20
DSM - KEF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$511
Typical prices: $445-$544
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5
DSM - KEF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 52% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $1,352 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 10h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Keflavik Intl (DSM-KEF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Keflavik Intl

Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:55 pm - 8:50 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
8h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 am - 9:23 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
40h 23m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$926United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:05 am - 6:05 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
18h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:55 pm - 8:50 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
33h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$928Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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9:15 am - 8:50 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
18h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 am - 9:23 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
40h 23m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$931United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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1:24 pm - 7:55 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
37h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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10:00 am - 2:15 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
33h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$935United Airlines
Sat, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 19
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7:00 pm - 6:05 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
29h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:55 pm - 1:25 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
25h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$936Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:00 am - 8:50 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
21h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 am - 10:31 amKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
53h 31m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$938United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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9:15 am - 8:50 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
18h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 am - 9:23 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
40h 23m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$952United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:00 am - 8:45 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
19h 45m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:00 am - 9:23 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
40h 23m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$955United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 18
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2:01 pm - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
21h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Helsinki-Vantaa
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5:15 pm - 12:14 amKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
35h 59m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Chicago O'Hare Intl
$958Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:45 am - 8:50 amDSM  Des Moines-KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
22h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:00 am - 12:31 pmKEF  Reykjavik Keflavik Intl-DSM Des Moines
31h 31m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl
$960United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport start at $926. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,093 to $1,527. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $926 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$511
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport

When to book flights from Des Moines to Keflavik Intl

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 44% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 69% on the Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $585 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,835, a difference of $1,250. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavik City Centre and Reykjavik Harbour. These are among the most viewed places in Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,132 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl 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.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $926 to $5,354. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $575, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 10m, compared with 10h 39m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport is 5 hours ahead of Des Moines (Greenwich Mean Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF)?

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ice Rental 4x4
    • Fair Car
    • Budget
    • Europcar
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport range from $1,093 to $1,527, with an average of $1,211 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,093 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $585 - about $1,250 less than Saturday (68% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport trip for December. Fares historically average $585 round-trip in that month - typically $877 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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