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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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6:05 am - 7:05 pm

ZRH

DSM

20h 00m

2 stops

7:44 pm - 3:30 pm

DSM

ZRH

36h 46m

2 stops

$701British Airways

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

9:40 am - 5:47 pm

ZRH

DSM

15h 07m

1 stop

3:28 pm - 11:55 am

DSM

ZRH

13h 27m

2 stops

$890United Airlines

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

1:20 pm - 10:53 am

ZRH

DSM

28h 33m

2 stops

2:04 pm - 4:45 pm

DSM

ZRH

19h 41m

3 stops

$1,127Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

9:40 am - 5:47 pm

ZRH

DSM

15h 07m

1 stop

11:26 am - 7:55 am

DSM

ZRH

13h 29m

1 stop

$1,230United Airlines

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

7:05 am - 9:41 pm

ZRH

DSM

21h 36m

3 stops

2:04 pm - 4:45 pm

DSM

ZRH

19h 41m

3 stops

$1,477Air Canada

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

United Airlines flights from Zurich to Des Moines

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United Airlines

Feb 27

ZRH9:40 amZurich

15h 07m

1 stop

DSM5:47 pmDes Moines

Mar 6

DSM3:28 pmDes Moines

13h 27m

2 stops

ZRH11:55 amZurich

$890

United Airlines

Feb 27

ZRH9:40 amZurich

15h 07m

1 stop

DSM5:47 pmDes Moines

Mar 6

DSM11:26 amDes Moines

13h 29m

1 stop

ZRH7:55 amZurich

$1,230

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ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 2/27

6:05 am-7:05 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

7:44 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops36h 46m

$701

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 2/27

9:40 am-5:47 pm

1 stop15h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

3:28 pm-11:55 am

2 stops13h 27m

$890

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 2/27

1:20 pm-10:53 am

2 stops28h 33m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

2:04 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops19h 41m

$1,127

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ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 2/27

9:40 am-5:47 pm

1 stop15h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

11:26 am-7:55 am

1 stop13h 29m

$1,230

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Fri 2/27

7:05 am-9:41 pm

3 stops21h 36m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

2:04 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops19h 41m

$1,477

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 6/28

8:30 am-1:50 pm

3 stops36h 20m

$704

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 6/28

11:45 am-1:13 pm

1 stop32h 28m

$722

ZurichDes Moines

ZRH - DSM

ZRHDSM

Zurich

Sun 6/28

7:40 am-11:54 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$723

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The fastest flight from Zurich to Des Moines takes 22h 44m

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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 22h 44m.
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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