Which airports can I use when flying from Dublin to Des Moines?

Flights from Dublin to Des Moines usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dublin to Des Moines?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Dublin to Des Moines.

Which airports do connecting flights from Dublin to Des Moines pass through?

One-stop flights from Dublin to Des Moines most commonly connect through: • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 38% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 25% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 25% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 13% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dublin to Des Moines?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Dublin to Des Moines. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €740 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at €907, a difference of €168. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Dublin to Des Moines?

A direct flight from Dublin to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 10,094 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Dublin to Des Moines?

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 Dublin to Des Moines changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €688 to €2,114. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Dublin to Des Moines looking right now?

One-way fares from Dublin to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €671, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dublin to Des Moines?

Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 12m, compared to 11h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 12h 16m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

What is the time difference between Dublin and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 5 hours behind Dublin (Central Time vs Irish Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €73 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Payless • Budget • Alamo • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Dublin to Des Moines flight?

Return flights from Dublin to Des Moines range from €755 to €952, with an average of €903 over the past 12 months. Anything below €755 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Dublin to Des Moines?

Return flights from Dublin to Des Moines typically range from €755 to €952. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €688 on Delta.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Dublin to Des Moines?

Delta (€688) and Scandinavian Airlines (€696) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Dublin to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Dublin to Des Moines?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the most popular stopover for the Dublin to Des Moines route. 38% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DTW.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Dublin to Des Moines?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of €713. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Dublin to Des Moines, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) had the shortest average connection time for Dublin to Des Moines stopovers at 5h 22m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: €755-€952

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Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

08:50 - 20:43DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

17h 53m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:01 - 09:00DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

15h 59m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle

€688Delta

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

05:45 - 20:43DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

20h 58m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

05:20 - 07:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

20h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

€690Delta

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

05:45 - 16:49DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

17h 04m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

06:13 - 12:40DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

24h 27m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

€692Delta

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

12:30 - 22:35DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

40h 05m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

14:58 - 11:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

38h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

€696Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

05:45 - 16:49DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

17h 04m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:01 - 09:00DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

15h 59m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle

€697Multiple Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

12:55 - 23:05DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

16h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

09:37 - 07:10DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

15h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

€699American Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

09:40 - 18:07DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

14h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

06:13 - 12:40DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

24h 27m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

€701Delta

Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

09:40 - 22:35DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

18h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

17:29 - 14:30DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

15h 01m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

€706Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

09:40 - 18:07DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

14h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:35 - 07:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

14h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

€708KLM

Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

08:50 - 21:13DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

18h 23m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul

11:38 - 09:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

16h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Boston Logan Intl

€710Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Dublin to Des Moines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

05:45 - 20:40DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

20h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14:59 - 07:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

10h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

€687Delta

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

08:50 - 20:40DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

17h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

06:45 - 08:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

20h 00m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul New York John F Kennedy Intl

€690Delta

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:55 - 22:33DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

18h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

14:59 - 07:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

10h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

€696Delta

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:55 - 22:33DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

18h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 - 07:45DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

14h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

€699Delta

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:00 - 19:16DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

16h 16m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

15:24 - 15:40DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

18h 16m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

€1,048Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

09:00 - 21:55DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

18h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

15:24 - 15:40DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

18h 16m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

€1,053Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

08:45 - 21:55DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

19h 10m3 stops London Heathrow Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

15:24 - 15:40DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

18h 16m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

€1,069Air Canada

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

08:45 - 21:55DUB Dublin-DSM Des Moines

19h 10m3 stops London Heathrow Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

15:24 - 15:40DSM Des Moines-DUB Dublin

18h 16m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

€1,073Air Canada

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How much is a return flight from Dublin to Des Moines? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Dublin to Des Moines departing in November.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dublin to Des Moines?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Dublin to Des Moines.
How long is a flight from Dublin to Des Moines?
A direct flight from Dublin to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 10,094 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Dublin to Des Moines?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Dublin to Des Moines flight?
Return flights from Dublin to Des Moines range from €755 to €952, with an average of €903 over the past 12 months. Anything below €755 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Dublin to Des Moines changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €688 to €2,114. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Dublin to Des Moines looking right now?
One-way fares from Dublin to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €671, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?
Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €73 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Dublin to Des Moines?
Flights from Dublin to Des Moines usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Dublin to Des Moines pass through?
One-stop flights from Dublin to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 13% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dublin to Des Moines?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Dublin to Des Moines. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €740 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at €907, a difference of €168.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dublin to Des Moines?
Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 12m, compared to 11h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 12h 16m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).
What is the time difference between Dublin and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 5 hours behind Dublin (Central Time vs Irish Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average €740, about €168 less than Friday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

• Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
• Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
• Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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