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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Switzerland from $395

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Air Canada Logo
8:00 am - 10:25 am
DSM
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ZRH
19h 25m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:20 pm - 2:33 pm
ZRH
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DSM
32h 13m2 stops
$424Air Canada
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:48 pm - 4:30 pm
DSM
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ZRH
14h 42m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 9:50 pm
ZRH
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DSM
19h 55m2 stops
$464Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 4:05 pm
DSM
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BSL
17h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 9:50 pm
BSL
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DSM
22h 05m2 stops
$468Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Lufthansa Logo
6:48 pm - 7:40 pm
DSM
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BSL
17h 52m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 9:50 pm
BSL
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DSM
22h 20m2 stops
$473Lufthansa
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
Lufthansa Logo
6:48 pm - 4:05 pm
DSM
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BSL
14h 17m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
9:50 am - 9:50 pm
BSL
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DSM
19h 00m2 stops
$475Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 2:45 pm
DSM
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ZRH
16h 41m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:50 pm
ZRH
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DSM
39h 30m2 stops
$484United Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6
Air France Logo
10:21 am - 1:50 pm
DSM
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BSL
20h 29m2 stops
Air France Logo
11:15 am - 8:54 pm
BSL
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DSM
16h 39m2 stops
$487Air France
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:55 am
DSM
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ZRH
16h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:50 pm
ZRH
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DSM
39h 50m2 stops
$488United Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 10
Air France Logo
10:21 am - 1:50 pm
DSM
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BSL
20h 29m2 stops
Air France Logo
11:15 am - 8:54 pm
BSL
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DSM
16h 39m2 stops
$488Air France
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
Air Canada Logo
3:35 pm - 4:45 pm
DSM
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ZRH
18h 10m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
12:40 pm - 10:55 am
ZRH
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DSM
29h 15m2 stops
$489Air Canada
Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Switzerland

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Lufthansa
Feb 1
DSM6:48 pmDes Moines
17h 52m
2 stops
ZRH7:40 pmZurich
Feb 8
ZRH8:25 pmZurich
52h 22m
2 stops
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
$475
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Lufthansa
Jan 30
DSM6:48 pmDes Moines
14h 17m
2 stops
BSL4:05 pmBasel EuroAirport Swiss
Feb 6
BSL6:45 amBasel EuroAirport Swiss
18h 02m
2 stops
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
$489
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Lufthansa
Jan 30
DSM6:48 pmDes Moines
39h 52m
2 stops
GVA5:40 pmGeneva Geneve-Cointrin
Feb 6
GVA1:50 pmGeneva Geneve-Cointrin
39h 00m
2 stops
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
$492
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SWISS flights from Des Moines to Switzerland

Our best SWISS deals on Des Moines to Switzerland flight tickets
SWISS
Feb 13
DSM6:55 pmDes Moines
30h 00m
1 stop
ZRH7:55 amZurich
Feb 21
ZRH1:10 pmZurich
15h 31m
1 stop
DSM9:41 pmDes Moines
$912
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SWISS
Dec 19
DSM6:46 pmDes Moines
30h 09m
1 stop
ZRH7:55 amZurich
Jan 1
ZRH7:15 amZurich
22h 15m
2 stops
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
$2,256
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Switzerland 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 MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

8:00 am-10:25 am

2 stops19h 25m

Zurich

Thu 2/5

1:20 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$424

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

6:48 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops14h 42m

Zurich

Fri 2/6

8:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 55m

$464

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

3:35 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 2/6

6:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$468

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

6:48 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops17h 52m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 2/5

6:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$473

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

6:48 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops14h 17m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 2/6

9:50 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$475

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

3:04 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops16h 41m

Zurich

Fri 2/6

1:20 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$484

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

10:21 am-1:50 pm

2 stops20h 29m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 2/5

11:15 am-8:54 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$487

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

8:00 am-7:55 am

1 stop16h 55m

Zurich

Tue 2/10

1:00 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$488

Des MoinesBasel

DSM - BSL

DSMBSL

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

10:21 am-1:50 pm

2 stops20h 29m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 2/5

11:15 am-8:54 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$488

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

3:35 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops18h 10m

Zurich

Fri 2/6

12:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 15m

$489

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Switzerland?

The cheapest month to fly to Switzerland from Des Moines is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $579, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Switzerland from Des Moines during August instead. Flights to Switzerland in August, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $634.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Switzerland from Des Moines is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $693. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,316. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Switzerland.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Des Moines to Switzerland flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Switzerland at noon for as low as $691. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,093. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Cheap Des Moines to Switzerland flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

13h 31m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Switzerland takes 13h 31m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Switzerland. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Switzerland.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Switzerland?

    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 Switzerland.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Switzerland

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $602Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,091 reviews
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