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December 9 - December 16

Cheapest

Best

DSM - Copenhagen

$943

$816

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August 9 - August 19

DSM - Copenhagen

$824

$840

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August 10 - August 19

DSM - Copenhagen

$824

$844

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August 2 - August 19

DSM - Copenhagen

$819

$850

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August 9 - August 12

DSM - Copenhagen

$905

$863

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December 6 - December 13

DSM - Copenhagen

$943

$891

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July 19 - August 12

Earliest

DSM - Copenhagen

$769

$910

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August 16 - August 19

DSM - Copenhagen

$893

$928

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August 17 - August 19

DSM - Copenhagen

$902

$943

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August 10 - August 12

DSM - Copenhagen

$905

$947

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Insights for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Only 2% of recent fares from Des Moines to Copenhagen were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly low fares for this route can be challenging. Right now, fares are below the typical level, which may present an opportunity for savings. Prices for this route typically range from $915–$1150, with a median fare of $1013. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fluctuations.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen? The most affordable month to fly is January, with a median fare of $605. Other relatively inexpensive months include October, with a median fare of $880, and December, where the median fare is $888. These months offer the best opportunities for securing cheaper flights.

A typical journey from Des Moines to Copenhagen takes approximately 44h 8m, including connections. This extended duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, as there are no direct flights available for this route. Travelers should anticipate multiple stopovers when planning their trip.

Flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen cover a significant distance of 7186 km, classifying this as a long-haul international route. This substantial distance means that all itineraries will involve considerable travel time and typically multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Regular price: $785 - $1,161

Prices for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $785 and $1,161. The current lowest deal is $816 with United Airlines, for travel from Dec 9-Dec 16.

now $816

Low $785

High $1,161

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen is January, with a median price of $605. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1318. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $605

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,318

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Direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

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Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$1,007

$2,133

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$1,151

$5,439

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Air Canada

$826

$1,121

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Allegiant Air, KLM

$769

$910

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Allegiant Air, KLM

$769

$989

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Allegiant Air, KLM

$769

$992

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$943 → $816

13%

7 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 13

$943 → $891

3 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 12

$905 → $863

10 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 19

$824 → $840

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Des Moines - Copenhagen route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Des Moines to Copenhagen are below the typical level at $816.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $605

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $605, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 44h 8m

Flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen typically involve connections, with a median duration of 44h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights; connecting deals are frequent

There are no direct flights. Connecting deals for Des Moines to Copenhagen are frequent, occurring almost daily.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers the current best deal

United Airlines has the current best deal from Des Moines to Copenhagen at $816.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen are frequent, with almost one deal per day.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Copenhagen.

📍 ~10 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$816

Copenhagen main airports to arrive at

Airport Copenhagen (CPH)

Cheapest

Copenhagen Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car, train, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$816

Roskilde (RKE)

Roskilde Airport offers an alternative arrival option for your journey to Copenhagen.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car)

Airports nearby Copenhagen used as alternative

Malmö (MMX)

Malmö (MMX) is a primary alternative due to its extreme proximity and ease of access via the Øresund link.

📍 ~29 km from Copenhagen (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~$894

Billund (BLL)

Cheapest

Billund (BLL) is a reliable secondary hub offering a wide international network and low-cost carriers.

📍 ~217 km from Copenhagen (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$805

Göteborg Landvetter (GOT)

Göteborg Landvetter (GOT) is a major international hub with diverse destinations and high-speed rail connections.

📍 ~270 km from Copenhagen (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$840

Aarhus (AAR)

Aarhus (AAR) is a significant regional airport serving Denmark's second-largest city, good for European flights.

📍 ~155 km from Copenhagen (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$944

Aalborg (AAL)

Aalborg (AAL) is a major regional hub in Northern Jutland, often featuring competitive pricing for routes.

📍 ~224 km from Copenhagen (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$904

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark

67% AI deal score

$20,169

From DSM

Elite

Sep 06

Copenhagen, Denmark

67% AI deal score

$20,935

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Copenhagen

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower prices than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance often provides better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good deal. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with lower fares.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of additional transportation.

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