American AirlinesDepart20:05
Sat, Dec 19DSM → AUH
16h 51m · 2 stops
$1,354one way, per person
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- Cheapest fare
- $1,354
- Cheapest month
- December
- Direct flights
- Not recently
- Quickest trip
- 16h 51m
American Airlines · Sat, Dec 19
from $1,354
Usually 1+ stop
11,970 km
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American AirlinesAmerican AirlinesDepart18:16
Sun, Dec 20DSM → AUH
22h 20m · 3 stops
$1,547one way, per person
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About flights from Des Moines to Abu Dhabi
Des Moines (DSM) and Abu Dhabi (AUH) are about 11,970 km apart. We haven't seen direct fares on this route recently, so expect at least one stop; the quickest journey we've seen takes about 16h 51m. Over the next few months, one-way fares start from $1,354, and December 2026 is currently the cheapest month to fly.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from Des Moines to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest one-way fare we've seen recently is $1,354 with American Airlines, departing Saturday, December 19, 2026.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Abu Dhabi?
December 2026 currently has the lowest fares, from $1,354 one way.
Are there direct flights from Des Moines to Abu Dhabi?
We haven't seen direct fares recently, so most journeys include at least one stop.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Abu Dhabi?
The quickest journey we've seen takes about 16h 51m. Des Moines and Abu Dhabi are around 11,970 km apart.
Which airlines fly from Des Moines to Abu Dhabi?
Recent fares on this route were with American Airlines.
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