Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

When flying to Des Moines from United Kingdom, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, American Airlines or Lufthansa. Depending on what airport in United Kingdom you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

Delta Flights to Des Moines

Delta is a popular choice for users travelling to Des Moines. It operates 12 flights every week to Des Moines, most often flying from Minneapolis St Paul. Delta ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as £929 (from Manchester) have been found by momondo users. In 8,568 reviews, momondo users have rated Delta at an average score of 7.8/10.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

The flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from London Heathrow (a popular airport in United Kingdom) to Des Moines (the most popular airport in Des Moines), then the flight time is 14h 11m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Des Moines, then the average flight time is 20h 04m.

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06:40 - 22:35LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:04 - 16:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

22h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£587Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 18 Feb

06:40 - 22:35LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

14:59 - 16:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

19h 01m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£600Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

08:30 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

19h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:45 - 12:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

11h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£761Lufthansa

Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

06:30 - 17:28LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 58m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:45 - 16:50DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

16h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

£762Lufthansa

Wed, 25 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

14:45 - 00:14LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

15h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:01 - 08:05DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

12h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£819British Airways

Fri, 9 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

08:25 - 19:11LCY London City-DSM Des Moines

16h 46m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul

18:54 - 16:40DSM Des Moines-LCY London City

15h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

£853Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 9 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

15:40 - 22:43LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

13h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:51 - 08:35DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

12h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£878British Airways

Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

10:00 - 22:33LGW London Gatwick-DSM Des Moines

18h 33m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

05:30 - 15:45DSM Des Moines-LGW London Gatwick

28h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

£972Virgin Atlantic

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

11:00 - 10:42MAN Manchester-DSM Des Moines

28h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

17:50 - 16:05DSM Des Moines-MAN Manchester

16h 15m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

£1,054Delta

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

14:55 - 22:38MAN Manchester-DSM Des Moines

13h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

18:42 - 20:00DSM Des Moines-MAN Manchester

19h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

£1,102Delta

Fri, 18 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

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LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 18/11

06:40-22:35

2 stops21h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 18/2

11:04-16:00

2 stops22h 56m

£587

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 20/11

06:40-22:35

2 stops21h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 23/11

14:59-16:00

2 stops19h 01m

£600

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 11/11

08:30-21:55

2 stops19h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 30/11

18:45-12:00

1 stop11h 15m

£761

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 25/11

06:30-17:28

2 stops16h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 30/11

18:45-16:50

2 stops16h 05m

£762

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 9/10

14:45-00:14

1 stop15h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 13/10

14:01-08:05

1 stop12h 04m

£819

LondonDes Moines

LCY London City - DSM Des Moines

LCYDSM

London City

Fri 9/10

08:25-19:11

2 stops16h 46m

Des Moines

Tue 13/10

18:54-16:40

2 stops15h 46m

£853

Fastest return journey

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 26/12

15:40-22:43

1 stop13h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 9/1

13:51-08:35

1 stop12h 44m

£878

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Mon 2/11

10:00-22:33

2 stops18h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 9/11

05:30-15:45

2 stops28h 15m

£972

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN Manchester - DSM Des Moines

MANDSM

Manchester

Sun 25/10

11:00-10:42

1 stop28h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

17:50-16:05

2 stops16h 15m

£1,054

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN Manchester - DSM Des Moines

MANDSM

Manchester

Fri 18/12

14:55-22:38

1 stop13h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 28/12

18:42-20:00

2 stops19h 18m

£1,102

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Des Moines. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £678. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in October, then you should wait until April to fly from United Kingdom, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £760.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DES MOINES FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	November	43% cheaper	Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines costs on average just £580 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DES MOINES FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	July	49% more expensive	It costs about £1,508 for flights to Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DES MOINES FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	March	1,000% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport in March than any other month

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Summary info about Des Moines flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£400
Best Round-Trip Price	£587
Fastest flight time	49h 52m
Popular in	August

The best one-way flight price to Des Moines from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £400 (London Gatwick to Des Moines).

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The best return flight price to Des Moines from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £587 (London Heathrow to Des Moines).

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The fastest flight to Des Moines from United Kingdom takes 49h 52m (Manchester to Des Moines).

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August has the highest demand for flights to Des Moines, with a 13% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Des Moines

Is there an alternative airport near Des Moines?

Those flying to Des Moines could potentially find better pricing at Fort Dodge Airport (73 mi from Des Moines city centre) or Waterloo Airport (92 mi from Des Moines city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Des Moines Airport?

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How many operators does momondo search for flights to Des Moines Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights to Des Moines Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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