What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to London?

British Airways, Delta, and Aer Lingus are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to London

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

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to London?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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17:15 - 11:40

DSM

LHR

12h 25m1 stop

11:05 - 21:20

LHR

DSM

16h 15m1 stop

£423Virgin Atlantic

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

11:46 - 06:25

DSM

LHR

12h 39m1 stop

11:05 - 21:20

LHR

DSM

16h 15m1 stop

£424Virgin Atlantic

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

11:30 - 05:55

DSM

LHR

12h 25m1 stop

07:40 - 21:41

LHR

DSM

20h 01m2 stops

£431Lufthansa

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

18:55 - 11:15

DSM

LHR

10h 20m1 stop

10:25 - 21:41

LHR

DSM

17h 16m1 stop

£442Lufthansa

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

18:55 - 11:15

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LHR

10h 20m1 stop

13:35 - 21:41

LHR

DSM

14h 06m1 stop

£442Lufthansa

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

17:16 - 16:35

DSM

LCY

17h 19m2 stops

20:05 - 16:27

LCY

DSM

26h 22m2 stops

£488KLM

Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

05:00 - 09:00

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LGW

22h 00m2 stops

12:30 - 23:40

LGW

DSM

17h 10m2 stops

£527American Airlines

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

10:04 - 09:00

DSM

LGW

16h 56m2 stops

12:30 - 09:01

LGW

DSM

26h 31m2 stops

£564American Airlines

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

06:30 - 10:00

DSM

LGW

21h 30m1 stop

13:00 - 13:18

LGW

DSM

30h 18m2 stops

£573Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb

07:35 - 06:20

DSM

LGW

16h 45m1 stop

13:05 - 13:50

LGW

DSM

30h 45m1 stop

£631Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

Virgin Atlantic flights from Des Moines to London

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Virgin Atlantic

12 Feb

DSM17:15Des Moines

12h 25m

1 stop

LHR11:40London Heathrow

19 Feb

LHR11:05London Heathrow

16h 15m

1 stop

DSM21:20Des Moines

£423

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Virgin Atlantic

12 Feb

DSM11:46Des Moines

12h 39m

1 stop

LHR06:25London Heathrow

19 Feb

LHR11:05London Heathrow

16h 15m

1 stop

DSM21:20Des Moines

£424

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Virgin Atlantic

12 Feb

DSM11:46Des Moines

12h 39m

1 stop

LHR06:25London Heathrow

19 Feb

LHR06:30London Heathrow

15h 57m

2 stops

DSM16:27Des Moines

£452

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Air Canada

14 Feb

DSM15:24Des Moines

14h 26m

2 stops

LHR11:50London Heathrow

21 Feb

LHR11:10London Heathrow

16h 31m

2 stops

DSM21:41Des Moines

£477

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Air Canada

16 Mar

DSM18:49Des Moines

31h 21m

2 stops

LHR07:10London Heathrow

25 Mar

LHR12:00London Heathrow

14h 40m

2 stops

DSM21:40Des Moines

£483

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Air Canada

2 Jan

DSM08:00Des Moines

17h 10m

3 stops

LHR07:10London Heathrow

4 Jan

LHR18:00London Heathrow

26h 33m

3 stops

DSM14:33Des Moines

£3,018

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DSM - LHR

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Des Moines

Thu 12/2

17:15-11:40

1 stop12h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

11:05-21:20

1 stop16h 15m

£423

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Thu 12/2

11:46-06:25

1 stop12h 39m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

11:05-21:20

1 stop16h 15m

£424

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Thu 12/2

11:30-05:55

1 stop12h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

07:40-21:41

2 stops20h 01m

£431

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Thu 12/2

18:55-11:15

1 stop10h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

10:25-21:41

1 stop17h 16m

£442

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Thu 12/2

18:55-11:15

1 stop10h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

13:35-21:41

1 stop14h 06m

£442

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Wed 11/2

17:16-16:35

2 stops17h 19m

London City

Wed 18/2

20:05-16:27

2 stops26h 22m

£488

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Thu 12/2

05:00-09:00

2 stops22h 00m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

12:30-23:40

2 stops17h 10m

£527

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Thu 12/2

10:04-09:00

2 stops16h 56m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

12:30-09:01

2 stops26h 31m

£564

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Mon 26/1

06:30-10:00

1 stop21h 30m

London Gatwick

Sun 8/2

13:00-13:18

2 stops30h 18m

£573

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

07:35-06:20

1 stop16h 45m

London Gatwick

Sun 7/6

13:05-13:50

1 stop30h 45m

£631

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

The cheapest month to fly to London from Des Moines is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £523, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around £577.

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around £722 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Des Moines for as low as £557 on momondo.

When to book flights from Des Moines to London

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to London according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to London takes 10h 20m

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How far is Des Moines to London by plane?
The straight-line distance from Des Moines to London is 4183.7 mi. Typically, this will take 10h 20m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to London?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to London?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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