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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Istanbul from $482

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6:52 pm - 3:05 am
DSM
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IST
23h 13m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:45 am - 9:35 pm
IST
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DSM
25h 50m
2 stops
$872Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 13
Lufthansa Logo
1:24 pm - 1:00 pm
DSM
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IST
15h 36m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:45 am - 11:02 pm
IST
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DSM
26h 17m
2 stops
$917Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 29
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1:55 pm - 12:25 am
DSM
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IST
26h 30m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:15 am - 7:19 pm
IST
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DSM
19h 04m
2 stops
$932British Airways
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
British Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 12:25 am
DSM
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IST
26h 30m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:15 am - 12:20 am
IST
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DSM
24h 05m
2 stops
$933British Airways
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 2:05 am
DSM
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IST
26h 45m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:50 pm - 5:28 pm
IST
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DSM
31h 38m
2 stops
$935Lufthansa
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 2:05 am
DSM
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IST
26h 45m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 5:28 pm
IST
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DSM
21h 43m
2 stops
$957Lufthansa
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:25 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 9:23 pm
IST
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DSM
25h 38m
2 stops
$969Lufthansa
Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 27
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:25 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 9:23 pm
IST
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DSM
25h 38m
2 stops
$970Lufthansa
Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 27
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 9:25 pm
DSM
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IST
22h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 9:23 pm
IST
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DSM
25h 38m
2 stops
$971Lufthansa
Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 27
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6:00 am - 9:35 pm
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IST
31h 35m
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3:45 am - 5:28 pm
IST
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DSM
21h 43m
2 stops
$979Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 21
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
23h 00m
3 stops
IST1:00 pmIstanbul
Aug 28
IST1:55 pmIstanbul
39h 28m
2 stops
DSM9:23 pmDes Moines
$1,096
United Airlines
Aug 24
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
31h 25m
3 stops
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
Aug 31
IST1:55 pmIstanbul
38h 31m
2 stops
DSM8:26 pmDes Moines
$1,145
United Airlines
Aug 22
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
23h 00m
3 stops
IST1:00 pmIstanbul
Aug 29
IST5:50 amIstanbul
19h 38m
2 stops
DSM5:28 pmDes Moines
$1,263

Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport

Our best Lufthansa deals on Des Moines to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Lufthansa
Nov 1
DSM6:52 pmDes Moines
23h 13m
2 stops
IST3:05 amIstanbul
Nov 13
IST4:45 amIstanbul
25h 50m
2 stops
DSM9:35 pmDes Moines
$872
Lufthansa
Oct 12
DSM1:24 pmDes Moines
15h 36m
2 stops
IST1:00 pmIstanbul
Oct 29
IST4:45 amIstanbul
26h 17m
2 stops
DSM11:02 pmDes Moines
$917
Lufthansa
Aug 25
DSM3:20 pmDes Moines
26h 45m
2 stops
IST2:05 amIstanbul
Sep 1
IST5:50 pmIstanbul
31h 38m
2 stops
DSM5:28 pmDes Moines
$935

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport 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 July 11, 2026.
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Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

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Des Moines

Sun 11/1

6:52 pm-3:05 am

2 stops23h 13m

Istanbul

Fri 11/13

4:45 am-9:35 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$872
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Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Mon 10/12

1:24 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops15h 36m

Istanbul

Thu 10/29

4:45 am-11:02 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$917

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Wed 8/19

1:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 8/26

8:15 am-7:19 pm

2 stops19h 04m

$932

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Wed 8/19

1:55 pm-12:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 8/26

8:15 am-12:20 am

2 stops24h 05m

$933

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

3:20 pm-2:05 am

2 stops26h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 9/1

5:50 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$935

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Thu 8/20

3:20 pm-2:05 am

2 stops26h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 9/2

3:45 am-5:28 pm

2 stops21h 43m

$957

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Fri 8/21

3:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 8/27

3:45 am-9:23 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$969

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Fri 8/21

3:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 8/27

3:45 am-9:23 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$970

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Fri 8/21

3:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 8/27

3:45 am-9:23 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$971

Des MoinesIstanbul

DSM - IST

DSMIST

Des Moines

Thu 8/20

6:00 am-9:35 pm

3 stops31h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 9/2

3:45 am-5:28 pm

2 stops21h 43m

$979

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Istanbul Airport?

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 October to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $0.

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Fastest flight time

15h 36m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport takes 15h 36m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport

  • 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 15h 36m.

  • 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.

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  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Istanbul Airport

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $572Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,976 reviews
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8,457 reviews
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