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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bucharest from $439

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KLM Logo
10:59 am - 3:25 pm
DSM
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OTP
20h 26m2 stops
KLM Logo
6:00 am - 8:54 pm
OTP
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DSM
22h 54m2 stops
$536KLM
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 8:10 pm
DSM
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OTP
18h 54m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 10:29 pm
OTP
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DSM
21h 54m2 stops
$540Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 8:10 pm
DSM
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OTP
18h 54m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:54 pm
OTP
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DSM
22h 54m2 stops
$541Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Lufthansa Logo
6:48 pm - 1:05 am
DSM
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OTP
22h 17m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 am - 5:47 pm
OTP
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DSM
19h 52m2 stops
$542Lufthansa
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
Lufthansa Logo
6:48 pm - 1:05 am
DSM
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OTP
22h 17m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 am - 9:50 pm
OTP
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DSM
23h 55m2 stops
$543Lufthansa
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
Air France Logo
5:16 pm - 8:10 pm
DSM
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OTP
18h 54m2 stops
Air France Logo
6:05 am - 5:08 pm
OTP
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DSM
19h 03m2 stops
$547Air France
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Delta Logo
6:54 am - 1:50 pm
DSM
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OTP
22h 56m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:24 pm
OTP
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DSM
23h 24m2 stops
$550Delta
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Lufthansa Logo
11:30 am - 1:05 am
DSM
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OTP
29h 35m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:55 am - 5:47 pm
OTP
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DSM
19h 52m2 stops
$551Lufthansa
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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OTP
22h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 9:50 pm
OTP
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DSM
23h 55m2 stops
$563United Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 19
Air Canada Logo
7:50 am - 12:30 pm
DSM
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OTP
20h 40m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
6:55 am - 9:50 pm
OTP
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DSM
22h 55m3 stops
$691Air Canada
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Bucharest

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Lufthansa
Jan 31
DSM6:48 pmDes Moines
22h 17m
2 stops
OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Feb 7
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 52m
2 stops
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
$542
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Lufthansa
Jan 31
DSM6:48 pmDes Moines
22h 17m
2 stops
OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Feb 7
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
23h 55m
2 stops
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
$543
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Lufthansa
Jan 31
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
29h 35m
2 stops
OTP1:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
Feb 7
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
19h 52m
2 stops
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
$551
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Bucharest

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United Airlines
Jan 15
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
18h 35m
2 stops
OTP2:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Jan 19
OTP5:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl
16h 38m
2 stops
DSM2:33 pmDes Moines
$563
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United Airlines
Jan 15
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
22h 05m
2 stops
OTP2:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Jan 19
OTP2:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
40h 54m
2 stops
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$583
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United Airlines
Jan 31
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
48h 15m
3 stops
OTP11:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
Feb 7
OTP2:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl
39h 40m
2 stops
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
$695
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Bucharest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
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Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

10:59 am-3:25 pm

2 stops20h 26m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-8:54 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$536

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

5:16 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops18h 54m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/6

8:35 am-10:29 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$540

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

5:16 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops18h 54m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-8:54 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$541

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

6:48 pm-1:05 am

2 stops22h 17m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 2/7

5:55 am-5:47 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$542

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

6:48 pm-1:05 am

2 stops22h 17m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 2/7

5:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$543

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

5:16 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops18h 54m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/6

6:05 am-5:08 pm

2 stops19h 03m

$547

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

6:54 am-1:50 pm

2 stops22h 56m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-9:24 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$550

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

11:30 am-1:05 am

2 stops29h 35m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 2/7

5:55 am-5:47 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$551

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 1/19

5:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$563

Des MoinesBucharest

DSM - OTP

DSMOTP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

7:50 am-12:30 pm

3 stops20h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 2/7

6:55 am-9:50 pm

3 stops22h 55m

$691

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Bucharest. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $878. The most expensive day to fly to Bucharest is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,276.

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According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Bucharest is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Des Moines to Bucharest in the afternoon for as low as $1,048. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Bucharest is in the morning when prices are around $1,143.

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Fastest flight time

15h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Bucharest takes 15h 50m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Bucharest. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Bucharest.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Bucharest by plane?

    Bucharest is 5418.3 mi away from Des Moines. Flights usually cover this in 15h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Bucharest were last updated today.

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

    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 Bucharest.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bucharest?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bucharest can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Bucharest. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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