Are direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Des Moines to Copenhagen flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Weekday travel, for example, may sometimes be less expensive than weekend travel.

What extra costs should I check before booking Des Moines to Copenhagen flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. These additional fees can impact the overall cost of your journey.

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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
DSM - Copenhagen
74% AI deal score
$664
$687
Round trip
2026-10-07 – 2026-10-14
DSM - Copenhagen
73% AI deal score
$663
$845
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-21
DSM - Copenhagen
71% AI deal score
$664
$863
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2027-02-23 – 2027-02-28
DSM - Copenhagen
76% AI deal score
$717
$876
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-20
DSM - Copenhagen
74% AI deal score
$664
$902
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2026-10-09 – 2026-10-16
DSM - Copenhagen
72% AI deal score
$662
$947
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$662
$947
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$638
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DSM - Copenhagen
72% AI deal score
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Des Moines to Copenhagen: Overview

Insights for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Only 4% of recent fares for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level. Prices typically range from $889 to $1026, with a median of $954.

For cheap flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen, the cheapest time to fly is typically January, with a median fare of $605. Other more affordable months include October, where the median fare is $880, and December, with a median fare of $888.

A typical journey from Des Moines to Copenhagen takes about 44h 8m, including connections. Most itineraries for this long-haul route connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

The distance between Des Moines and Copenhagen is approximately 7186 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities for price alerts.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Regular price: $570 - $1,203

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

The regular price range for this route is between $570 and $1203. The current lowest deal is $751 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Oct 25-Nov 3.

now $751

Low $570

High $1,203

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen are cheapest in January, with a median price of $605. The most expensive month to fly 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

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Icelandair

Allegiant Air

Scandinavian Airlines

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$911

$1,219

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$897

$2,373

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$747

$973

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$747

$997

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$747

$1,207

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Allegiant Air, Icelandair

$631

$774

One-way

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

17 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 16

$897 → $845

10 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 9

$938 → $984

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

$692 → $739

1 night

Oct 12 - Oct 13

$696 → $745

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.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price at $605

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 44h 8m

Flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 44h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Deals on connecting flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen are frequent.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers a deal for $751

A recent deal with Allegiant Air for $751 is available from October 25 to November 3.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon

Historically, only 4% of recent fares from Des Moines to Copenhagen were considered good prices.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International offers 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 choice for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$816

Airports nearby Copenhagen used as alternative

Malmö (MMX)

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

📍 ~29 km from Copenhagen (reachable by train or car, involves international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$894

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Copenhagen

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Best Elite deals to Copenhagen

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From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

82% AI deal score

$9,573

$7,463

Save $2,110

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Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 30

Copenhagen, Denmark

82% AI deal score

$9,627

$7,533

Save $2,094

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

82% AI deal score

$9,421

$7,613

Save $1,808

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$8,990

$7,458

Save $1,532

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$9,060

$7,487

Save $1,573

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$9,210

$7,487

Save $1,723

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$8,990

$7,491

Save $1,499

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 30

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$9,046

$7,504

Save $1,542

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 30

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$9,199

$7,504

Save $1,695

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$9,192

$7,505

Save $1,687

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 30

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$9,246

$7,537

Save $1,709

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From DSM

Elite

Oct 18

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$8,990

$7,637

Save $1,353

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Copenhagen

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. Often, setting up price alerts can notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, usually several months before your departure, may offer better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear. It's often beneficial to monitor price trends for your specific route to determine an optimal booking window.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering alternative airports.

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Des Moines to Copenhagen: Overview

Insights for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Regular price: $570 - $1,203

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

The regular price range for this route is between $570 and $1203. The current lowest deal is $751 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Oct 25-Nov 3.

now $751

Low $570

High $1,203

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

January

Cheapest

Flights from $605

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,318

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Icelandair

Allegiant Air

Scandinavian Airlines

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$911

$1,219

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$897

$2,373

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$747

$973

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$747

$997

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

KLM

$747

$1,207

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Copenhagen

Des Moines (DSM) - Copenhagen (CPH)

Allegiant Air, Icelandair

$631

$774

One-way

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

17 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 16

$897 → $845

10 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 9

$938 → $984

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

$692 → $739

1 night

Oct 12 - Oct 13

$696 → $745

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.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price at $605

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 44h 8m

Flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 44h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Deals on connecting flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen are frequent.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers a deal for $751

A recent deal with Allegiant Air for $751 is available from October 25 to November 3.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon

Historically, only 4% of recent fares from Des Moines to Copenhagen were considered good prices.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International offers 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 choice for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$816

Airports nearby Copenhagen used as alternative

Malmö (MMX)

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

Copenhagen, Denmark

81% AI deal score

$8,990

$7,637

Save $1,353

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Copenhagen

Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Today’s best flight deals from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Des Moines to Copenhagen: Overview

Insights for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Copenhagen

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Copenhagen

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

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Des Moines - Copenhagen route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price at $605

Connecting flights average 44h 8m

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Allegiant Air offers a deal for $751

Good prices are uncommon

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Copenhagen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Copenhagen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Copenhagen

Best Elite deals to Copenhagen

Oct 18

Oct 30

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 30

Oct 30

Oct 18

Oct 30

Oct 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Copenhagen

How can I find cheap flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen?

When should I book flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen?

Are direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Des Moines to Copenhagen flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Des Moines to Copenhagen flights?

Related routes

More routes from Des Moines

Flights to Copenhagen from other cities

Des Moines to Copenhagen: Overview

Insights for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Copenhagen

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Direct flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Copenhagen

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

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Copenhagen

Des Moines - Copenhagen route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price at $605

Connecting flights average 44h 8m

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Allegiant Air offers a deal for $751

Good prices are uncommon

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Copenhagen main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Copenhagen used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Copenhagen

Best Elite deals to Copenhagen

Oct 18

Oct 30

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 30

Oct 30

Oct 18

Oct 30

Oct 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Copenhagen

How can I find cheap flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen?

When should I book flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Des Moines to Copenhagen?