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October 1 - October 11

Cheapest

Best

DSM - Frankfurt

$1,011

$822

Round trip

August 10 - August 25

Best

DSM - Frankfurt

$1,018

$845

Round trip

November 2 - November 5

DSM - Frankfurt

$994

$864

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September 19 - September 30

DSM - Frankfurt

$1,005

$901

Round trip

September 16 - October 6

DSM - Frankfurt

$919

$907

Round trip

September 16 - October 7

DSM - Frankfurt

$919

$907

Round trip

October 7 - October 21

DSM - Frankfurt

$1,012

$913

Round trip

October 4 - October 9

DSM - Frankfurt

$1,034

$913

Round trip

September 12 - September 20

DSM - Frankfurt

$925

$914

Round trip

July 19 - August 12

Earliest

DSM - Frankfurt

$938

$920

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt

A typical journey from Des Moines to Frankfurt takes about 24h 39m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 7342 km. Given that most itineraries involve connecting flights, this duration accounts for the layovers and transfers you might encounter.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt, fares are typically $696–$1241, with a median of $862. Currently, fares are above the typical level, with only 1% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt is usually in January, with a median fare of $347. Other affordable months include August, where the median fare is $377, and December, with a median fare of $396. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

For flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Regular price: $895 - $1,654

Prices for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $895 to $1,654. The current lowest deal is $822 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 11.

now $822

Low $895

High $1,654

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt

The cheapest month to fly from DSM to FRA is January, with a median price of $347. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1307. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $347

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,307

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Direct flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt

United Airlines

Allegiant Air

Lufthansa

Aer Lingus

Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Frankfurt

Des Moines (DSM) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Frontier Airlines

$1,067

$1,252

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Frankfurt

Des Moines (DSM) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Allegiant Air

$1,039

$1,179

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Frankfurt

Des Moines (DSM) - Frankfurt (FRA)

United Airlines

$955

$1,093

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Frankfurt

Des Moines (DSM) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Allegiant Air, Icelandair, Aer Lingus

$938

$920

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Frankfurt

Des Moines (DSM) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Allegiant Air, Icelandair, Lufthansa

$939

$1,064

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Frankfurt

Des Moines (DSM) - Frankfurt (FRA)

United Airlines

$958

$1,033

One-way

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

15 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 17

$1,160 → $924

20%

10 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 11

$1,011 → $822

19%

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$1,153 → $974

16%

7 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 13

$1,153 → $974

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt

Des Moines - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Des Moines to Frankfurt are above the typical level at $822.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Frankfurt, with a median price of $347.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 24h 39m on average.

Flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 24h 39m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are available from multiple airlines.

Connecting flights to Frankfurt are available from airlines like United Airlines, Allegiant Air, and Lufthansa.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers 22 connecting deals.

United Airlines has historically offered 22 connecting deals from Des Moines to Frankfurt.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Des Moines to Frankfurt appear frequently, 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 your flight to Frankfurt.

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

💸 Flights from ~$822

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt–Hahn (HHN)

Cheapest

Frankfurt–Hahn Airport is a good alternative for flights to Frankfurt, often offering lower prices.

📍 ~100 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$857

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Frankfurt International Airport is a major hub for flights to Frankfurt, providing extensive connections.

📍 ~10 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$864

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is a useful alternative with excellent high-speed rail connections to Frankfurt.

📍 ~135 km from Frankfurt (reachable by high-speed rail and car)

💸 Flights from ~$936

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart (STR) is a major international hub with strong rail and road links to the Frankfurt region.

📍 ~150 km from Frankfurt (reachable by rail and car)

💸 Flights from ~$915

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) is one of Germany's largest international airports with direct train connections.

📍 ~180 km from Frankfurt (reachable by train and car)

💸 Flights from ~$833

Nuremberg (NUE)

Cheapest

Nuremberg (NUE) is an efficient regional airport with good European connections, easily accessible by road or rail.

📍 ~200 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$784

Luxembourg (LUX)

Luxembourg (LUX) is an international hub offering high-quality service, especially for travelers heading west.

📍 ~200 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car and public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$789

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

Frankfurt, Germany

74% AI deal score

$3,208

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with better deals.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time.

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