What airlines fly to Athens?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from Des Moines according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Athens Eleftherios V.?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Athens Eleftherios V.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

As of April 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$471 Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Athens in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Athens?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,944 to $1,319. The lowest price recently found on this route was $947.

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11:04 am - 1:10 pm

DSM

ATH

42h 06m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 10:29 pm

ATH

DSM

34h 59m

2 stops

$947Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

11:23 am - 10:10 am

DSM

ATH

14h 47m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 2:05 pm

ATH

DSM

33h 55m

2 stops

$986Air Canada

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

11:23 am - 10:10 am

DSM

ATH

14h 47m

2 stops

1:10 pm - 2:11 pm

ATH

DSM

33h 01m

2 stops

$990United Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 23

6:50 pm - 10:10 am

DSM

ATH

31h 20m

2 stops

3:25 pm - 11:01 pm

ATH

DSM

39h 36m

2 stops

$996Air Canada

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 24

9:00 am - 11:00 am

DSM

ATH

18h 00m

1 stop

11:15 am - 11:26 pm

ATH

DSM

20h 11m

1 stop

$1,002Iberia

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

5:35 pm - 5:40 pm

DSM

ATH

16h 05m

2 stops

9:45 am - 10:26 pm

ATH

DSM

20h 41m

1 stop

$1,006Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

5:35 pm - 5:40 pm

DSM

ATH

16h 05m

2 stops

9:45 am - 10:26 pm

ATH

DSM

20h 41m

1 stop

$1,007Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

2:15 pm - 11:00 am

DSM

ATH

36h 45m

1 stop

10:05 am - 7:55 pm

ATH

DSM

17h 50m

1 stop

$1,008Delta

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 23

7:25 am - 1:20 pm

DSM

ATH

21h 55m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 7:55 pm

ATH

DSM

36h 25m

1 stop

$1,009Delta

Sun, Aug 30 - Fri, Sep 25

8:00 am - 10:10 am

DSM

ATH

18h 10m

2 stops

6:45 am - 5:02 pm

ATH

DSM

18h 17m

2 stops

$1,010Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Athens

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United Airlines

Sep 2

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

14h 47m

2 stops

ATH10:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 23

ATH1:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

33h 01m

2 stops

DSM2:11 pmDes Moines

$990

United Airlines

Sep 7

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

14h 47m

2 stops

ATH10:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 14

ATH11:45 amAthens Eleftherios V.

40h 32m

2 stops

DSM8:17 pmDes Moines

$1,031

United Airlines

Aug 18

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

20h 35m

1 stop

ATH10:35 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Aug 29

ATH1:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

29h 01m

2 stops

DSM10:11 amDes Moines

$1,036

Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Athens

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Lufthansa

Sep 5

DSM6:50 pmDes Moines

39h 55m

2 stops

ATH6:45 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 23

ATH6:45 amAthens Eleftherios V.

25h 49m

2 stops

DSM12:34 amDes Moines

$1,020

Lufthansa

Sep 5

DSM6:50 pmDes Moines

39h 55m

2 stops

ATH6:45 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 21

ATH6:35 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

30h 27m

2 stops

DSM5:02 pmDes Moines

$1,040

Lufthansa

Aug 30

DSM6:50 pmDes Moines

15h 55m

2 stops

ATH6:45 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 20

ATH6:45 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

54h 17m

2 stops

DSM5:02 pmDes Moines

$1,101

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Mon 10/5

11:04 am-1:10 pm

2 stops42h 06m

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Mon 10/12

7:30 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$947

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DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

11:23 am-10:10 am

2 stops14h 47m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/8

12:10 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$986

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DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Wed 9/2

11:23 am-10:10 am

2 stops14h 47m

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Wed 9/23

1:10 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops33h 01m

$990

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DSMATH

Des Moines

Sat 9/5

6:50 pm-10:10 am

2 stops31h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/24

3:25 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops39h 36m

$996

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DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

9:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop18h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/8

11:15 am-11:26 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$1,002

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

5:35 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/8

9:45 am-10:26 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$1,006

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

5:35 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/8

9:45 am-10:26 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$1,007

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sat 9/5

2:15 pm-11:00 am

1 stop36h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/23

10:05 am-7:55 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,008

Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Sun 8/30

7:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/25

3:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$1,009

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Des MoinesAthens

DSM - ATH

DSMATH

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

8:00 am-10:10 am

2 stops18h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/22

6:45 am-5:02 pm

2 stops18h 17m

$1,010

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

The cheapest month to fly to Athens from Des Moines is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $538, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Athens during the month of November, then departing from Des Moines during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $588.

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Athens takes 18h 10m

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How far is Des Moines to Athens Eleftherios V. by plane?
Athens Eleftherios V. is 5668.0 mi away from Des Moines. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 18h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Athens?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Athens is United Airlines (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (32%), Delta (20%), and British Airways (12%).

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