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Cheapest return flight
£481
Typical prices: £623-£785
Delta
Sun 28/10Sun 4/11
DUB - DSM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£699
Typical prices: £425-£644
Delta
Fri 5/10
DUB - DSM • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dublin and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top stopover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg £644 (return)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 10h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dublin to Des Moines (DUB-DSM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dublin to Des Moines

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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05:45 - 20:40DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
19h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:57 - 09:00DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
16h 03m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle
£481Delta
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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05:45 - 20:40DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
19h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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06:55 - 07:55DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
19h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
£483Delta
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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11:10 - 21:00DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
15h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
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17:50 - 15:25DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
15h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
£484Delta
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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11:10 - 21:00DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
15h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
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05:35 - 08:45DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
21h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£486Delta
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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11:10 - 21:11DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
16h 01m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
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10:57 - 07:55DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
14h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
£489KLM
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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10:00 - 21:00DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
17h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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15:46 - 07:55DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
10h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
£494Delta
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
KLM Logo
10:00 - 17:19DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
13h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:27 - 08:45DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
15h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£496KLM
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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10:00 - 17:19DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
13h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:27 - 08:45DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
15h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£497KLM
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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12:00 - 21:11DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
15h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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17:50 - 15:25DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
15h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
£497Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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05:55 - 14:06DUB  Dublin-DSM Des Moines
14h 11m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
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17:50 - 15:25DSM  Des Moines-DUB Dublin
15h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
£542Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dublin to Des Moines flights

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

Return flights from Dublin to Des Moines start at £481. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £623 to £785. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £481 on Delta.

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Key details for Dublin to Des Moines flights

Cheapest flight

£699
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When to book flights from Dublin to Des Moines

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Your Dublin to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 29% of one-stop connections

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Dublin to Des Moines route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £610 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £748, a difference of £138. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 0h 00m, covering 3,897 miles.

  • 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 prices on this route varied from about £481 to £795. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% 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 £699, which is 25% 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 23m, compared to 11h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 12h 37m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Dublin and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 6 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 £24 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 £623 to £785, with an average of £748 over the past 12 months. Anything below £623 counts as a good deal.

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