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Cheap flights from Zurich to Des Moines from $562

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Zurich to Des Moines departing on 10/2. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 10:29 pm
ZRH
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DSM
33h 04m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 2:15 pm
DSM
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ZRH
17h 00m
2 stops
$797Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 10:29 pm
ZRH
-
DSM
33h 04m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 2:15 pm
DSM
-
ZRH
17h 00m
2 stops
$842Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:02 pm
ZRH
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DSM
18h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 7:55 am
DSM
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ZRH
11h 50m
1 stop
$960United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:02 pm
ZRH
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DSM
18h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:20 am
DSM
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ZRH
17h 20m
3 stops
$961United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:02 pm
ZRH
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DSM
18h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 7:55 am
DSM
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ZRH
11h 50m
1 stop
$963United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 10:56 pm
ZRH
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DSM
15h 21m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:21 pm - 7:45 am
DSM
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ZRH
11h 24m
1 stop
$967United Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
Lufthansa Logo
9:25 am - 9:22 pm
ZRH
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DSM
18h 57m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
1:21 pm - 12:15 pm
DSM
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ZRH
15h 54m
2 stops
$988Lufthansa
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 14
Air Canada Logo
9:50 am - 6:09 pm
ZRH
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DSM
15h 19m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
11:32 am - 7:45 am
DSM
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ZRH
13h 13m
1 stop
$1,024Air Canada
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 10:56 pm
ZRH
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DSM
15h 21m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:10 am
DSM
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ZRH
17h 10m
3 stops
$1,125Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 9:22 pm
ZRH
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DSM
15h 42m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:10 am
DSM
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ZRH
17h 10m
3 stops
$1,195Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 14

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Zurich to Des Moines

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on Zurich to Des Moines flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Nov 12
ZRH8:25 pmZurich
33h 04m
2 stops
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
Nov 16
DSM2:15 pmDes Moines
17h 00m
2 stops
ZRH2:15 pmZurich
$797
Scandinavian Airlines
Nov 12
ZRH8:25 pmZurich
33h 04m
2 stops
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
Nov 16
DSM2:15 pmDes Moines
17h 00m
2 stops
ZRH2:15 pmZurich
$842

United Airlines flights from Zurich to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Zurich to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 12
ZRH11:25 amZurich
18h 37m
2 stops
DSM11:02 pmDes Moines
Nov 16
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
11h 50m
1 stop
ZRH7:55 amZurich
$960
United Airlines
Nov 12
ZRH11:25 amZurich
18h 37m
2 stops
DSM11:02 pmDes Moines
Nov 16
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
17h 20m
3 stops
ZRH8:20 amZurich
$961
United Airlines
Nov 12
ZRH11:25 amZurich
18h 37m
2 stops
DSM11:02 pmDes Moines
Nov 16
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
11h 50m
1 stop
ZRH7:55 amZurich
$963

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich to Des Moines 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 June 24, 2026.
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ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 11/12

8:25 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops33h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

2:15 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$797

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 11/12

8:25 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops33h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

2:15 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$842

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 11/12

11:25 am-11:02 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

1:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop11h 50m

$960

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 11/12

11:25 am-11:02 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

8:00 am-8:20 am

3 stops17h 20m

$961

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 11/12

11:25 am-11:02 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 11/16

1:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop11h 50m

$963
Quickest round-trip

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 8/6

2:35 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops15h 21m

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

1:21 pm-7:45 am

1 stop11h 24m

$967

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 8/7

9:25 am-9:22 pm

2 stops18h 57m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

1:21 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops15h 54m

$988

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 8/6

9:50 am-6:09 pm

1 stop15h 19m

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

11:32 am-7:45 am

1 stop13h 13m

$1,024

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Thu 8/6

2:35 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops15h 21m

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

6:00 am-6:10 am

3 stops17h 10m

$1,125

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 8/7

12:40 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops15h 42m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

6:00 am-6:10 am

3 stops17h 10m

$1,195

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Fastest flight time

18h 32m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Zurich to Des Moines takes 18h 32m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Zurich to Des Moines

  • How far is Zurich to Des Moines by plane?

    Zurich and Des Moines are 4665.4 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 18h 32m.

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

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

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

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

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

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