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November 11 - November 18

Cheapest

DSM - Rome

$863

$772

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December 8 - December 15

DSM - Rome

$924

$779

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December 1 - December 9

DSM - Rome

$917

$788

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November 10 - November 17

DSM - Rome

$863

$789

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October 14 - October 21

Best

DSM - Rome

$960

$790

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November 18 - November 25

DSM - Rome

$866

$790

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August 4 - August 19

Earliest

DSM - Rome

$884

$804

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August 5 - August 19

DSM - Rome

$894

$804

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August 11 - August 20

DSM - Rome

$917

$804

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August 18 - August 25

DSM - Rome

$945

$812

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Insights for flights from Des Moines to Rome

Fares for flights from Des Moines to Rome typically range from $797–$1414, with a median price of $1014. Right now, fares are above the typical level. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Rome? The most affordable month to fly is January, with a median fare of $658. Following closely are March, with a median of $669, and April, where the median fare is $674.

A typical journey from Des Moines to Rome takes about 45h 2m, including connections. This is a significant travel time, reflecting the distance and the need for multiple stops. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

The distance between Des Moines and Rome is 8139 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, indicating a substantial travel distance that typically involves extended flight times and often multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Rome

Regular price: $731 - $1,583

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Des Moines to Rome is $731 to $1583. The current lowest deal is $772 with Air Canada, for travel from Nov 11 to Nov 18.

now $772

Low $731

High $1,583

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Rome

The cheapest month to fly from DSM to ROM is January, with a median price of $658. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2487. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $658

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,487

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Direct flights from Des Moines to Rome

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Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Rome

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Rome

Des Moines (DSM) - Rome (FCO)

Allegiant Air, Air France, Norwegian Air Sweden

$1,073

$1,124

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Rome

Des Moines (DSM) - Rome (FCO)

Allegiant Air, Air France, Norwegian Air Sweden

$1,012

$1,161

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Rome

Des Moines (DSM) - Rome (FCO)

Allegiant Air, Air France, Norwegian Air Sweden

$1,042

$1,186

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Rome

Des Moines (DSM) - Rome (FCO)

Allegiant Air, JetBlue Airways, Norse Atlantic Airways

$1,046

$1,077

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Rome

Des Moines (DSM) - Rome (FCO)

Allegiant Air, JetBlue Airways, Norse Atlantic Airways

$1,072

$1,092

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Rome

Des Moines (DSM) - Rome (FCO)

Allegiant Air, JetBlue Airways, Norse Atlantic Airways

$1,047

$1,101

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$960 → $790

18%

11 nights

Jul 11 - Jul 22

$1,044 → $887

15%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$985 → $837

15%

7 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 15

$924 → $779

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Rome

Des Moines - Rome route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Des Moines to Rome are above the typical level at $772.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $658.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

The median flight duration from Des Moines to Rome is 45h 2m, making it a long-haul journey.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 4 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Des Moines to Rome was found with Air Canada for $772.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for this route appear frequently, with about 0.93 deals per day historically.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$772

Rome main airports to arrive at

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Cheapest

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Des Moines to Rome.

📍 ~25 km from Rome city center (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$772

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International (CIA)

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International offers another option for travelers flying from Des Moines to Rome.

📍 ~15 km from Rome city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$931

Airports nearby Rome used as alternative

Naples International (NAP)

Naples International is a major international hub with a wide variety of domestic and international flights.

📍 ~188 km from Rome (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$912

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ)

Cheapest

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi is a highly reliable major hub with an extensive European flight network.

📍 ~300 km from Rome (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$813

Florence (FLR)

Florence serves many major European flag carriers and offers convenient rail access from Rome.

📍 ~230 km from Rome (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$829

Pisa International (PSA)

Pisa International is the primary low-cost carrier hub for the Tuscany region with good rail connectivity.

📍 ~265 km from Rome (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$821

San Francesco d Assisi (PEG)

San Francesco d Assisi is geographically the closest alternative airport to the Rome area.

📍 ~135 km from Rome (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$927

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rome

77% AI deal score

$2,619

From DSM

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Jun 29

Rome, Italy

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Rome, Italy

70% AI deal score

$6,874

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rome

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights can sometimes be less expensive than direct options.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with lower prices.

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

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