What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Barcelona?

United Airlines, Air Canada, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Barcelona

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona?

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona is 2 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Barcelona?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Barcelona trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:50 pm - 1:05 pmDSM-BCN

11h 15m1 stop

1:35 pm - 2:19 pmBCN-DSM

31h 44m2 stops

$559United Airlines

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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26

3:15 pm - 1:05 pmDSM-BCN

14h 50m1 stop

1:35 pm - 2:19 pmBCN-DSM

31h 44m2 stops

$560United Airlines

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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26

6:00 am - 7:05 amDSM-BCN

18h 05m1 stop

11:00 am - 11:16 pmBCN-DSM

19h 16m1 stop

$582

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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26

6:07 pm - 3:40 pmDSM-BCN

14h 33m2 stops

10:45 am - 8:11 pmBCN-DSM

16h 26m1 stop

$587British Airways

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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14

5:00 am - 9:00 amDSM-BCN

21h 00m2 stops

11:00 am - 9:44 pmBCN-DSM

17h 44m2 stops

$590

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Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 10

8:02 am - 9:35 amDSM-BCN

18h 33m3 stops

6:50 am - 9:32 pmBCN-DSM

21h 42m3 stops

$604Air Canada

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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26

1:40 pm - 12:05 pmDSM-BCN

15h 25m2 stops

2:00 pm - 9:40 pmBCN-DSM

14h 40m1 stop

$612American Airlines

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

8:00 am - 7:50 amDSM-BCN

16h 50m3 stops

7:50 am - 9:50 pmBCN-DSM

21h 00m3 stops

$615Air Canada

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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14

1:40 pm - 12:05 pmDSM-BCN

15h 25m2 stops

2:00 pm - 11:06 pmBCN-DSM

16h 06m2 stops

$616American Airlines

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

1:48 pm - 1:40 pmDSM-BCN

16h 52m2 stops

10:45 am - 8:11 pmBCN-DSM

16h 26m1 stop

$662British Airways

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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Barcelona

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American Airlines

Sep 17

DSM1:40 pmDes Moines

15h 25m

2 stops

BCN12:05 pmBarcelona-El Prat

Sep 24

BCN2:00 pmBarcelona-El Prat

14h 40m

1 stop

DSM9:40 pmDes Moines

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American Airlines

Sep 17

DSM1:40 pmDes Moines

15h 25m

2 stops

BCN12:05 pmBarcelona-El Prat

Sep 24

BCN2:00 pmBarcelona-El Prat

16h 06m

2 stops

DSM11:06 pmDes Moines

$616

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American Airlines

Sep 10

DSM1:40 pmDes Moines

12h 25m

1 stop

BCN9:05 amBarcelona-El Prat

Sep 17

BCN2:00 pmBarcelona-El Prat

30h 05m

1 stop

DSM1:05 pmDes Moines

$629

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British Airways flights from Des Moines to Barcelona

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British Airways

Oct 7

DSM6:07 pmDes Moines

14h 33m

2 stops

BCN3:40 pmBarcelona-El Prat

Oct 14

BCN10:45 amBarcelona-El Prat

16h 26m

1 stop

DSM8:11 pmDes Moines

$587

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British Airways

Oct 10

DSM1:48 pmDes Moines

16h 52m

2 stops

BCN1:40 pmBarcelona-El Prat

Oct 17

BCN10:45 amBarcelona-El Prat

16h 26m

1 stop

DSM8:11 pmDes Moines

$662

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British Airways

Sep 17

DSM4:20 pmDes Moines

47h 35m

2 stops

BCN10:55 pmBarcelona-El Prat

Sep 24

BCN10:45 amBarcelona-El Prat

14h 45m

1 stop

DSM6:30 pmDes Moines

$718

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Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

6:50 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/26

1:35 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$559

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

3:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/26

1:35 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$560

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

6:00 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/26

11:00 am-11:16 pm

1 stop19h 16m

$582

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

6:07 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops14h 33m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/14

10:45 am-8:11 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$587

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

5:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops21h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 12/10

11:00 am-9:44 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$590

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

8:02 am-9:35 am

3 stops18h 33m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/26

6:50 am-9:32 pm

3 stops21h 42m

$604

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 9/17

1:40 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/24

2:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$612

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-7:50 am

3 stops16h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/14

7:50 am-9:50 pm

3 stops21h 00m

$615

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Wed 9/17

1:40 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 9/24

2:00 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops16h 06m

$616

Des MoinesBarcelona

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

1:48 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 10/17

10:45 am-8:11 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$662

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Barcelona

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona from Des Moines, with most prices found around $636. If you don’t want to visit Barcelona in November, then you should wait until October to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $713.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Barcelona is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $697. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Des Moines because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,458.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona when you can find flight prices for as low as $763. Flying to Barcelona at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,008 on average. Flights to Barcelona from Des Moines in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

Cheap Des Moines to Barcelona flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to Barcelona

Best Price Found	$484
Fastest flight time	11h 15m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Barcelona	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Barcelona from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $484. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Barcelona found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $559.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Barcelona takes 11h 15m

There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Barcelona. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

There is 1 airport near Barcelona: Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)

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How far is Des Moines to Barcelona by plane?
A flight from Des Moines to Barcelona will travel around 4663.4 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 11h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona is 2 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Barcelona.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Barcelona?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Barcelona trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Barcelona

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $583	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,912 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $620	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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