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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Zurich from $575

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Air Canada Logo
8:02 am - 6:15 amDSM-ZRH
15h 13m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:00 pm - 8:48 pmZRH-DSM
38h 48m2 stops
$586Air Canada
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 7:55 amDSM-ZRH
11h 50m1 stop
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1:10 pm - 9:37 pmZRH-DSM
15h 27m1 stop
$602United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 4:45 pmDSM-ZRH
14h 55m2 stops
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9:40 am - 9:37 pmZRH-DSM
18h 57m1 stop
$605United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:52 am - 10:40 amDSM-ZRH
40h 48m2 stops
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10:25 am - 10:43 pmZRH-DSM
18h 18m2 stops
$635Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 9:40 amDSM-ZRH
36h 35m2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 10:37 pmZRH-DSM
38h 47m2 stops
$669Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
Air Canada Logo
8:02 am - 6:15 amDSM-ZRH
15h 13m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
12:40 pm - 11:44 pmZRH-DSM
18h 04m2 stops
$702Air Canada
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Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 amDSM-ZRH
19h 50m1 stop
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10:15 am - 9:13 pmZRH-DSM
16h 58m1 stop
$722American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
12:49 pm - 8:50 amDSM-ZRH
13h 01m1 stop
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10:15 am - 10:23 pmZRH-DSM
18h 08m2 stops
$727American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
British Airways Logo
7:05 pm - 4:00 pmDSM-ZRH
13h 55m2 stops
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12:40 pm - 11:44 pmZRH-DSM
18h 04m2 stops
$768British Airways
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Tue, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 30
British Airways Logo
12:46 pm - 12:05 pmDSM-ZRH
16h 19m2 stops
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6:35 am - 6:35 pmZRH-DSM
19h 00m2 stops
$818British Airways
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Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 30

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Zurich

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American Airlines
Oct 24
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
19h 50m
1 stop
ZRH8:50 amZurich
Oct 28
ZRH10:15 amZurich
16h 58m
1 stop
DSM9:13 pmDes Moines
$722
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American Airlines
Oct 24
DSM12:49 pmDes Moines
13h 01m
1 stop
ZRH8:50 amZurich
Oct 28
ZRH10:15 amZurich
18h 08m
2 stops
DSM10:23 pmDes Moines
$727
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American Airlines
Sep 16
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
19h 50m
1 stop
ZRH8:50 amZurich
Sep 23
ZRH11:45 amZurich
16h 55m
1 stop
DSM9:40 pmDes Moines
$741
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Zurich

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United Airlines
Nov 25
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
11h 50m
1 stop
ZRH7:55 amZurich
Dec 2
ZRH1:10 pmZurich
15h 27m
1 stop
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$602
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United Airlines
Nov 25
DSM6:50 pmDes Moines
14h 55m
2 stops
ZRH4:45 pmZurich
Dec 2
ZRH9:40 amZurich
18h 57m
1 stop
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$605
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United Airlines
Nov 26
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
12h 25m
1 stop
ZRH10:40 amZurich
Dec 2
ZRH9:40 amZurich
18h 57m
1 stop
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$652
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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

8:02 am-6:15 am

2 stops15h 13m

Zurich

Tue 12/2

1:00 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops38h 48m

$586

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

1:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop11h 50m

Zurich

Tue 12/2

1:10 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$602

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

6:50 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Zurich

Tue 12/2

9:40 am-9:37 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$605

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

10:52 am-10:40 am

2 stops40h 48m

Zurich

Tue 10/28

10:25 am-10:43 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$635

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 9/16

2:05 pm-9:40 am

2 stops36h 35m

Zurich

Tue 9/23

2:50 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops38h 47m

$669

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:02 am-6:15 am

2 stops15h 13m

Zurich

Tue 12/2

12:40 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops18h 04m

$702

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

6:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop19h 50m

Zurich

Tue 10/28

10:15 am-9:13 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$722

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

12:49 pm-8:50 am

1 stop13h 01m

Zurich

Tue 10/28

10:15 am-10:23 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$727

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

7:05 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops13h 55m

Zurich

Sun 11/30

12:40 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops18h 04m

$768

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

12:46 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops16h 19m

Zurich

Sun 11/30

6:35 am-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$818

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Zurich. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $594. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in November, then you should wait until January to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $638.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Zurich from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $693. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Thursday 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 $1,316.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Zurich is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $691. Flights to Zurich are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,093. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Best Price Found

$575

Fastest flight time

11h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Zurich

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zurich from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $575. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Zurich found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $586.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Zurich takes 11h 35m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Zurich. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Zurich Airport.
There is 1 airport near Zurich: Zurich (ZRH)
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  • How far is Des Moines to Zurich by plane?

    Zurich is 4665.4 mi away from Des Moines. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 35m.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Zurich Airport refresh daily.

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

    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 Zurich Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zurich Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Zurich Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zurich Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Zurich?

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $594Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,912 reviews
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