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

Delta, British Airways, and American Airlines 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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17:16 - 11:40

DSM

LHR

12h 24m1 stop

08:40 - 20:54

LHR

DSM

18h 14m2 stops

£401Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan

11:26 - 06:25

DSM

LHR

12h 59m1 stop

13:00 - 20:54

LHR

DSM

13h 54m1 stop

£426Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan

11:30 - 05:55

DSM

LHR

12h 25m1 stop

11:10 - 21:50

LHR

DSM

16h 40m2 stops

£427Lufthansa

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

17:16 - 11:40

DSM

LHR

12h 24m1 stop

06:30 - 21:24

LHR

DSM

20h 54m2 stops

£432Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

11:30 - 07:55

DSM

LHR

14h 25m1 stop

11:10 - 21:41

LHR

DSM

16h 31m2 stops

£446Lufthansa

Wed, 25 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

07:40 - 07:30

DSM

LGW

17h 50m2 stops

11:20 - 23:59

LGW

DSM

18h 39m2 stops

£464American Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

07:40 - 07:30

DSM

LGW

17h 50m2 stops

11:20 - 12:46

LGW

DSM

31h 26m2 stops

£466American Airlines

Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

11:30 - 17:50

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LGW

24h 20m2 stops

18:40 - 21:50

LGW

DSM

33h 10m2 stops

£476Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

10:55 - 07:55

DSM

LCY

15h 00m2 stops

09:20 - 22:29

LCY

DSM

19h 09m2 stops

£594Delta

Wed, 29 Apr - Fri, 8 May

11:42 - 19:00

DSM

LGW

25h 18m2 stops

19:40 - 16:24

LGW

DSM

50h 44m2 stops

£656Multiple Airlines

Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

Virgin Atlantic flights from Des Moines to London

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Virgin Atlantic

21 Jan

DSM17:16Des Moines

12h 24m

1 stop

LHR11:40London Heathrow

28 Jan

LHR08:40London Heathrow

18h 14m

2 stops

DSM20:54Des Moines

£401

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Virgin Atlantic

21 Jan

DSM11:26Des Moines

12h 59m

1 stop

LHR06:25London Heathrow

28 Jan

LHR13:00London Heathrow

13h 54m

1 stop

DSM20:54Des Moines

£426

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Virgin Atlantic

30 Jan

DSM17:16Des Moines

12h 24m

1 stop

LHR11:40London Heathrow

6 Feb

LHR06:30London Heathrow

20h 54m

2 stops

DSM21:24Des Moines

£432

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United Airlines

21 Jan

DSM15:35Des Moines

10h 20m

1 stop

LHR07:55London Heathrow

28 Jan

LHR11:10London Heathrow

16h 40m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

£464

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United Airlines

30 Jan

DSM08:00Des Moines

21h 15m

1 stop

LHR11:15London Heathrow

6 Feb

LHR06:50London Heathrow

21h 00m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

£470

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United Airlines

30 Jan

DSM15:35Des Moines

13h 30m

2 stops

LHR11:05London Heathrow

6 Feb

LHR11:10London Heathrow

16h 40m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

£473

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Wed 21/1

17:16-11:40

1 stop12h 24m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

08:40-20:54

2 stops18h 14m

£401

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DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 21/1

11:26-06:25

1 stop12h 59m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

13:00-20:54

1 stop13h 54m

£426

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 19/1

11:30-05:55

1 stop12h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 26/1

11:10-21:50

2 stops16h 40m

£427

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Fri 30/1

17:16-11:40

1 stop12h 24m

London Heathrow

Fri 6/2

06:30-21:24

2 stops20h 54m

£432

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 25/2

11:30-07:55

1 stop14h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

11:10-21:41

2 stops16h 31m

£446

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Mon 19/1

07:40-07:30

2 stops17h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/1

11:20-23:59

2 stops18h 39m

£464

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Fri 30/1

07:40-07:30

2 stops17h 50m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/2

11:20-12:46

2 stops31h 26m

£466

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Mon 19/1

11:30-17:50

2 stops24h 20m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/1

18:40-21:50

2 stops33h 10m

£476

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Wed 29/4

10:55-07:55

2 stops15h 00m

London City

Fri 8/5

09:20-22:29

2 stops19h 09m

£594

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Fri 30/1

11:42-19:00

2 stops25h 18m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/2

19:40-16:24

2 stops50h 44m

£656

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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 £528, 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 £582.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £600. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to London for around £774.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as £633. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £716.

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 £721 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 £562 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	10h 13m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to London takes 10h 13m

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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 13m 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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