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Zagreb.RM3,248 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Zagreb.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Zagreb on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,248, select.
Zagreb.RM3,635 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Zagreb.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zagreb on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,635, select.
Zagreb.RM3,865 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Zagreb.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zagreb on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,865, select.
Zagreb.RM7,052 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Sat, 25 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Zagreb.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zagreb on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM7,052, select.
Zagreb.RM9,014 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Zagreb.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zagreb on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM9,014, select.

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Des Moines to Zagreb: Alternative routes

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Des Moines to Zagreb: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM3,248
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Zagreb: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Zagreb is RM3,248. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Des Moines to Zagreb. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,248.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Des Moines to Zagreb.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Zagreb is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Zagreb Airport on Friday, 1 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Airport and Zagreb Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zagreb but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zagreb is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zagreb.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): what you need to know

  • Zagreb's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Zagreb six hours ahead of Des Moines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DSM to ZAG flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • At the moment, RM1,225 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,248. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from DSM to ZAG, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from Des Moines International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DSM to ZAG.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DSM land at their destination as scheduled 80.45% of the time.

  • To get to Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near DSM? If you're catching an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

Getting from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb

  • Franjo Tudman Airport to the centre of Zagreb has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Zagreb. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Franjo Tudman Airport for August if you want to go to Zagreb during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DSM to ZAG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Croatia

  • You've done Zagreb, now it's time to discover other corners of Croatia. Travel around 257 kilometres south to Split to tick off its must-visit sights. From Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Croatia, consider Rijeka, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Zagreb. Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo are key reasons to visit.

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