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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) from $447

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/9. 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 — BCN
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). 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 June 9, 2024.

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$510

One-way from

$447
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $553.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to BCN?

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Des Moines to Barcelona in June and July 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 6/216:13 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops21h 22mBritish Airways
Sun 6/309:15 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops51h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/8$1,119
Fri 6/216:13 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop33h 17mBritish Airways
Sun 6/309:15 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops51h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/8$1,126
Fri 6/2112:45 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/308:20 pmBCN - DSM
3 stops55h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,401
Fri 6/218:30 amDSM - BCN
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/309:00 amBCN - DSM
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,537
Fri 6/218:30 amDSM - BCN
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/308:20 pmBCN - DSM
3 stops55h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,588
Tue 7/168:00 amDSM - BCN
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1812:20 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops29h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,599
Tue 7/1612:32 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 33mIberia
Thu 7/1811:05 amBCN - DSM
1 stop13h 36mIberia
Deal found 6/8$1,603
Tue 7/1612:32 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop14h 58mIberia
Thu 7/1811:05 amBCN - DSM
1 stop13h 36mIberia
Deal found 6/8$1,604
Tue 7/169:15 amDSM - BCN
2 stops17h 25mAir Canada
Thu 7/1812:25 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops32h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 6/8$1,614

Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Barcelona-El Prat in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Des Moines to Barcelona in June and July 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 11/298:00 amDSM - BCN
3 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1812:15 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$526
Fri 11/296:58 amDSM - BCN
1 stop23h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/182:40 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$564
Fri 12/68:00 amDSM - BCN
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/1412:15 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops36h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$568
Fri 12/611:04 amDSM - BCN
2 stops19h 56mDelta
Sat 12/1410:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop33h 31mDelta
Deal found 6/8$592
Fri 11/298:00 amDSM - BCN
3 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1812:15 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$651
Fri 12/611:04 amDSM - BCN
1 stop14h 36mDelta
Sat 12/1410:55 amBCN - DSM
1 stop33h 31mDelta
Deal found 6/8$670
Fri 11/2911:54 amDSM - BCN
2 stops17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1811:00 amBCN - DSM
1 stop19h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$679
Fri 11/296:58 amDSM - BCN
1 stop23h 07mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1811:00 amBCN - DSM
1 stop19h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$842
Sat 8/316:45 pmDSM - BCN
2 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Mon 9/912:25 pmBCN - DSM
2 stops32h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 6/8$878

One-way flights to Barcelona-El Prat from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat. 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Des Moines to Barcelona can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Des Moines to Barcelona should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 10/98:00 amDSM - BCN
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$447
Wed 10/98:00 amDSM - BCN
3 stops18h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/8$453
Wed 10/93:28 pmDSM - BCN
1 stop14h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$522

Find flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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$564 - $1,603

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Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 11/29

1 stop23h 07m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 12/18

2 stops26h 30m

$564

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

2 stops18h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 12/14

2 stops36h 34m

$568

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

2 stops19h 56m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 12/14

1 stop33h 31m

$592

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

1 stop14h 36m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 12/14

1 stop33h 31m

$670

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Fri 11/29

2 stops17h 11m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 12/18

1 stop19h 48m

$679

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 8/31

2 stops31h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 9/9

2 stops32h 42m

$878

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 8/31

2 stops30h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 9/9

3 stops33h 52m

$891

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Sat 8/31

2 stops49h 18m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 9/9

1 stop18h 08m

$925

Des MoinesBarcelona-El Prat

DSM - BCN

DSMBCN

Des Moines

Tue 7/16

2 stops18h 33m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 7/18

1 stop13h 36m

$1,603

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat

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Temperature and rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BCN

Temperature

48.2 - 75.2 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. 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 Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated June 9, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, British Airways and American Airlines from Des Moines to Barcelona have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Air France
7.5
Good
1,711 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Iberia
7.1
Good
2,721 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day. 5 airlines have flights to Barcelona-El Prat from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $564, but on average you can expect to pay $918.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $592, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $679 and $878, respectively. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does DSM to BCN mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while BCN stands for Barcelona-El Prat 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 Barcelona-El Prat with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 Barcelona-El Prat that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Consider American Airlines, British Airways or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $510). Flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,046). 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Barcelona-El Prat. 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$553Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$580Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$630Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$643Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$727Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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