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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Zurich from $395

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6:17 am - 10:30 amDSM-ZRH
21h 13m2 stops
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1:30 pm - 10:38 amZRH-DSM
28h 08m2 stops
$458Delta
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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3:15 pm - 2:45 pmDSM-ZRH
16h 30m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 4:12 pmZRH-DSM
33h 52m2 stops
$484United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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11:26 am - 10:25 amDSM-ZRH
15h 59m2 stops
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9:40 am - 10:29 amZRH-DSM
31h 49m1 stop
$488Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 11:55 amDSM-ZRH
17h 29m3 stops
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1:20 pm - 10:29 amZRH-DSM
28h 09m2 stops
$489Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 4:45 pmDSM-ZRH
18h 30m3 stops
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12:40 pm - 10:29 amZRH-DSM
28h 49m2 stops
$491Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
Air Canada Logo
8:02 am - 10:25 amDSM-ZRH
19h 23m2 stops
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12:40 pm - 2:20 pmZRH-DSM
32h 40m2 stops
$497Air Canada
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
Air Canada Logo
8:02 am - 10:25 amDSM-ZRH
19h 23m2 stops
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12:40 pm - 9:37 pmZRH-DSM
39h 57m2 stops
$503Air Canada
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
American Airlines Logo
1:53 pm - 3:45 pmDSM-ZRH
18h 52m2 stops
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10:15 am - 11:45 pmZRH-DSM
20h 30m2 stops
$505American Airlines
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Fri, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 5
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6:20 pm - 5:15 pmDSM-ZRH
16h 55m2 stops
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9:10 pm - 6:02 pmZRH-DSM
26h 52m2 stops
$685British Airways
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Sat, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 23
American Airlines Logo
8:58 am - 12:05 pmDSM-ZRH
20h 07m3 stops
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10:15 am - 11:52 pmZRH-DSM
20h 37m2 stops
$706American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4

Delta flights from Des Moines to Zurich

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Zurich flight tickets
Delta
Nov 26
DSM6:17 amDes Moines
21h 13m
2 stops
ZRH10:30 amZurich
Dec 3
ZRH1:30 pmZurich
28h 08m
2 stops
DSM10:38 amDes Moines
$458
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Delta
Nov 27
DSM1:10 pmDes Moines
22h 15m
2 stops
ZRH6:25 pmZurich
Dec 4
ZRH1:30 pmZurich
27h 10m
2 stops
DSM9:40 amDes Moines
$518
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Delta
Mar 10
DSM7:25 amDes Moines
21h 05m
1 stop
ZRH10:30 amZurich
Mar 20
ZRH1:30 pmZurich
28h 13m
1 stop
DSM11:43 amDes Moines
$609
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Zurich

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United Airlines
Nov 26
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
16h 30m
2 stops
ZRH2:45 pmZurich
Dec 3
ZRH1:20 pmZurich
33h 52m
2 stops
DSM4:12 pmDes Moines
$484
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United Airlines
Nov 26
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
13h 40m
2 stops
ZRH11:55 amZurich
Dec 3
ZRH9:40 amZurich
18h 57m
1 stop
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$500
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United Airlines
Nov 26
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
14h 20m
2 stops
ZRH10:25 amZurich
Dec 3
ZRH9:40 amZurich
14h 44m
1 stop
DSM5:24 pmDes Moines
$502
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Zurich 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 October 14, 2025.
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Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

6:17 am-10:30 am

2 stops21h 13m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

1:30 pm-10:38 am

2 stops28h 08m

$458

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

3:15 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

1:20 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$484

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

11:26 am-10:25 am

2 stops15h 59m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

9:40 am-10:29 am

1 stop31h 49m

$488

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

11:26 am-11:55 am

3 stops17h 29m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

1:20 pm-10:29 am

2 stops28h 09m

$489

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

3:15 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops18h 30m

Zurich

Wed 12/3

12:40 pm-10:29 am

2 stops28h 49m

$491

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:02 am-10:25 am

2 stops19h 23m

Zurich

Thu 12/4

12:40 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$497

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:02 am-10:25 am

2 stops19h 23m

Zurich

Thu 12/4

12:40 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops39h 57m

$503

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

1:53 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops18h 52m

Zurich

Fri 12/5

10:15 am-11:45 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$505

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 3/14

6:20 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Zurich

Mon 3/23

9:10 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$685

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:58 am-12:05 pm

3 stops20h 07m

Zurich

Thu 12/4

10:15 am-11:52 pm

2 stops20h 37m

$706

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zurich?

In general, January 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 $617. If you don’t want to visit Zurich in January, then you should wait until August to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $716.

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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  • 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 50m.

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    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.

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