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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne, Switzerland from $689

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — ZRH
May 7 — May 141
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lucerne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne (LU9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 2, 2024.

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September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,454

Round-trip from

$651
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Lucerne from Des Moines. Prices for February average $1,062 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $592. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a February flight can save you 66% on your journey compared to booking in September

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne (DSM - LU9)?

When flying from Des Moines to Lucerne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Lucerne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Lucerne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Des Moines to Lucerne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 9/76:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$875
Sat 9/73:19 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops36h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$882
Sat 9/76:45 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops30h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/1611:55 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$902
Mon 7/223:25 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/301:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops27h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$935
Mon 7/223:25 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/3011:55 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$948
Mon 7/228:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops17h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/3011:55 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$983
Mon 7/223:25 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/309:25 amZRH - DSM
1 stop31h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$986

Cheap Air Canada flights from Des Moines to Lucerne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Des Moines and Lucerne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Air Canada flights traveling from Des Moines to Lucerne. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 9/711:36 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops16h 59mAir Canada
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
3 stops26h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$2,104
Mon 7/223:25 pmDSM - ZRH
3 stops18h 05mAir Canada
Tue 7/303:30 pmZRH - DSM
3 stops25h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$2,224

Cheap Des Moines to Lucerne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Lucerne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 2, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lucerne in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 5/512:02 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops13h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/77:30 amZRH - DSM
2 stops21h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,187
Sun 5/511:37 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops14h 08mLufthansa
Tue 5/79:50 amZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 5/1$2,217
Sun 5/58:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/79:50 amZRH - DSM
1 stop18h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,336
Sun 5/511:37 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/71:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,360
Sun 5/511:37 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops16h 58mAir Canada
Tue 5/72:40 pmZRH - DSM
3 stops26h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$2,383

Des Moines to Lucerne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Lucerne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Lucerne in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 11/293:15 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/31:05 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$689
Fri 11/298:00 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/31:05 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops31h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$694
Fri 11/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/31:05 pmZRH - DSM
1 stop14h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$706
Fri 11/2911:30 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/310:20 amZRH - DSM
2 stops17h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$710
Fri 12/65:35 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops16h 10mDelta
Fri 12/136:45 amZRH - DSM
2 stops18h 06mDelta
Deal found 5/1$712
Sat 9/76:45 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$875
Sat 9/73:19 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops36h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/163:30 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$882
Sat 9/76:45 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops30h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/1611:55 amZRH - DSM
3 stops33h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$902
Mon 7/223:25 pmDSM - ZRH
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/301:25 pmZRH - DSM
2 stops27h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$935

One-way flights to Lucerne from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Lucerne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Des Moines to Lucerne can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lucerne should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 5/711:37 amDSM - ZRH
2 stops15h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 5/1$2,798
Tue 5/78:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,962
Tue 5/73:25 pmDSM - ZRH
3 stops18h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$7,074
Fri 5/313:36 pmDSM - ZRH
2 stops21h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$7,274
Fri 5/3110:40 amDSM - ZRH
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$8,072
Fri 5/318:00 amDSM - ZRH
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$14,557

Find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne 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, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$875 - $2,224

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 9/7

1 stop30h 00m

Zurich

Mon 9/16

2 stops35h 00m

$875

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 9/7

2 stops36h 51m

Zurich

Mon 9/16

2 stops35h 00m

$882

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 9/7

2 stops30h 20m

Zurich

Mon 9/16

3 stops33h 22m

$902

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 7/22

1 stop33h 20m

Zurich

Tue 7/30

2 stops27h 49m

$935

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 7/22

1 stop33h 20m

Zurich

Tue 7/30

3 stops33h 24m

$948

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 7/22

2 stops17h 45m

Zurich

Tue 7/30

3 stops33h 24m

$983

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 7/22

1 stop33h 20m

Zurich

Tue 7/30

1 stop31h 49m

$986

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Sat 9/7

3 stops16h 59m

Zurich

Mon 9/16

3 stops26h 03m

$2,104

Des MoinesZurich

DSM - ZRH

DSMZRH

Des Moines

Mon 7/22

3 stops18h 05m

Zurich

Tue 7/30

3 stops25h 44m

$2,224

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Lucerne. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Lucerne flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Lucerne by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Lucerne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Lucerne is currently $7,123 while a round-trip flight costs $1,204. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lucerne (average of $651). Flying from Des Moines to Lucerne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,424). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$661

February

$676

March

$769

April

$775

May

$858

June

$1,424

July

$1,253

August

$987

September

$924

October

$760

November

$656

December

$651

Temperature and rainfall in Lucerne by month

Plan your trip to Lucerne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ZRH

Temperature

32 - 66.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Lucerne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lucerne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lucerne. Reviews last updated May 2, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Lucerne, such as United Airlines and Air Canada. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,888 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,726 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,884 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Lucerne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lucerne from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Lucerne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Lucerne from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Lucerne for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Lucerne for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $875, but on average you can expect to pay $1,204.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Lucerne one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $2,798. United Airlines flights start at $2,962 while deals on Air Canada start at $7,074 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    The most popular airlines flying from Des Moines to Lucerne are American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does DSM to ZRH mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while ZRH stands for Zurich Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), Mulhouse EuroAirport (MLH), Belp Airport (BRN), Lugano Airport (LUG), Thal St Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lucerne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Lucerne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Lucerne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Lucerne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lucerne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Lucerne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Lucerne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Lucerne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lucerne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Lucerne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Lucerne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Lucerne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Lucerne flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Lucerne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/1.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Lucerne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Lucerne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
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