What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Delta, United Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Des Moines according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport 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 Istanbul?

British Airways and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Istanbul

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport is 3 as of October 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport 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 Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:00 am - 6:10 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

25h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 8:22 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

22h 52m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$772United Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

11:27 am - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

26h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 5:12 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

19h 42m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$942United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

9:23 am - 8:20 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

25h 57m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

6:35 pm - 7:01 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

33h 26m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$945British Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

1:15 pm - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

24h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 8:38 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

23h 08m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl

$971United Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 19

10:26 am - 12:05 amDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

28h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

8:25 am - 12:40 amIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

25h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,020British Airways

Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12

11:27 am - 6:10 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

21h 43m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 7:19 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

21h 49m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,021Air Canada

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

1:15 pm - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

24h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 9:23 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

23h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,278Lufthansa

Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Jan 18

3:20 pm - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

22h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

7:05 pm - 9:23 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

35h 18m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,285Lufthansa

Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Jan 18

6:43 pm - 5:55 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

38h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 pm - 8:00 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

35h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,343Delta

Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 18

6:43 pm - 5:55 pmDSM Des Moines-IST Istanbul

38h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 pm - 9:24 pmIST Istanbul-DSM Des Moines

36h 24m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul

$1,343Delta

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Jan 20

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Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport

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Lufthansa

Dec 16

DSM1:15 pmDes Moines

24h 30m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Jan 18

IST6:30 amIstanbul

23h 53m

2 stops

DSM9:23 pmDes Moines

$1,278

Lufthansa

Dec 16

DSM3:20 pmDes Moines

22h 25m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Jan 18

IST7:05 pmIstanbul

35h 18m

2 stops

DSM9:23 pmDes Moines

$1,285

Lufthansa

Dec 16

DSM1:15 pmDes Moines

24h 30m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Jan 16

IST6:30 amIstanbul

17h 00m

2 stops

DSM2:30 pmDes Moines

$1,308

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British Airways

Dec 5

DSM9:23 amDes Moines

25h 57m

2 stops

IST8:20 pmIstanbul

Dec 12

IST6:35 pmIstanbul

33h 26m

2 stops

DSM7:01 pmDes Moines

$945

British Airways

Feb 8

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

28h 39m

2 stops

IST12:05 amIstanbul

Feb 12

IST8:25 amIstanbul

25h 15m

2 stops

DSM12:40 amDes Moines

$1,020

British Airways

Dec 13

DSM2:05 pmDes Moines

25h 45m

2 stops

IST12:50 amIstanbul

Jan 20

IST6:50 pmIstanbul

38h 36m

2 stops

DSM12:26 amDes Moines

$1,079

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11:27 am-6:10 pm

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6:30 am-7:19 pm

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1:15 pm-10:45 pm

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6:30 am-9:23 pm

2 stops23h 53m

$1,278

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Wed 12/16

3:20 pm-10:45 pm

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7:05 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops35h 18m

$1,285

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Tue 12/22

6:43 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops38h 12m

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6:00 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,343

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Tue 12/22

6:43 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops38h 12m

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Wed 1/20

6:00 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops36h 24m

$1,343

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $0. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in November, then you should wait until January to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $572.

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Best Price Found	$616
Fastest flight time	25h 10m
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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $616. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $772.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport takes 25h 10m

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How far is Des Moines to Istanbul by plane?
Des Moines and Istanbul are 5670.8 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 25h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport is 3 as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport 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 Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport is Delta (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (35%) and Lufthansa (31%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $572	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,404 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $637	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,662 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $871	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,288 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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