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

British Airways, Iberia, 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to London?

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to London.

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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11:26 - 06:25

DSM

LHR

12h 59m1 stop

11:45 - 20:54

LHR

DSM

15h 09m2 stops

£431Virgin Atlantic

to, 22 tammi - to, 29 tammi

17:16 - 11:40

DSM

LHR

12h 24m1 stop

11:05 - 21:24

LHR

DSM

16h 19m1 stop

£432Virgin Atlantic

pe, 23 tammi - pe, 30 tammi

08:00 - 07:10

DSM

LHR

17h 10m2 stops

13:25 - 10:55

LHR

DSM

27h 30m2 stops

£433Air Canada

pe, 23 tammi - pe, 30 tammi

17:16 - 11:40

DSM

LHR

12h 24m1 stop

09:40 - 21:24

LHR

DSM

17h 44m2 stops

£442Virgin Atlantic

pe, 23 tammi - pe, 30 tammi

11:30 - 05:55

DSM

LHR

12h 25m1 stop

06:35 - 17:47

LHR

DSM

17h 12m2 stops

£443Lufthansa

la, 24 tammi - la, 31 tammi

11:30 - 11:15

DSM

LHR

17h 45m1 stop

06:35 - 21:50

LHR

DSM

21h 15m2 stops

£447Lufthansa

ke, 7 tammi - ke, 21 tammi

18:48 - 11:15

DSM

LHR

10h 27m1 stop

11:10 - 21:50

LHR

DSM

16h 40m2 stops

£448Lufthansa

ke, 7 tammi - ke, 21 tammi

07:40 - 07:30

DSM

LGW

17h 50m2 stops

11:20 - 23:08

LGW

DSM

17h 48m2 stops

£465American Airlines

ke, 21 tammi - ke, 28 tammi

11:42 - 19:00

DSM

LGW

25h 18m2 stops

19:40 - 21:04

LGW

DSM

31h 24m2 stops

£507Iberia

to, 22 tammi - to, 29 tammi

11:42 - 14:05

DSM

LCY

20h 23m2 stops

07:50 - 21:04

LCY

DSM

19h 14m2 stops

£590Iberia

to, 22 tammi - to, 29 tammi

Air Canada flights from Des Moines to London

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Air Canada

23 Jan

DSM08:00Des Moines

17h 10m

2 stops

LHR07:10London Heathrow

30 Jan

LHR13:25London Heathrow

27h 30m

2 stops

DSM10:55Des Moines

£433

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Air Canada

9 Jan

DSM08:00Des Moines

17h 10m

2 stops

LHR07:10London Heathrow

16 Jan

LHR13:25London Heathrow

38h 25m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

£480

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Air Canada

18 Dec

DSM17:06Des Moines

57h 24m

2 stops

LHR08:30London Heathrow

5 Jan

LHR13:25London Heathrow

27h 30m

2 stops

DSM10:55Des Moines

£1,257

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to London

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United Airlines

23 Jan

DSM08:00Des Moines

15h 55m

1 stop

LHR05:55London Heathrow

30 Jan

LHR06:50London Heathrow

21h 00m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

£470

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United Airlines

24 Jan

DSM15:35Des Moines

10h 20m

1 stop

LHR07:55London Heathrow

31 Jan

LHR09:00London Heathrow

18h 50m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

£471

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United Airlines

24 Jan

DSM15:35Des Moines

13h 30m

2 stops

LHR11:05London Heathrow

31 Jan

LHR06:35London Heathrow

17h 12m

2 stops

DSM17:47Des Moines

£474

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Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

to 22/1

11:26-06:25

1 stop12h 59m

London Heathrow

to 29/1

11:45-20:54

2 stops15h 09m

£431

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

pe 23/1

17:16-11:40

1 stop12h 24m

London Heathrow

pe 30/1

11:05-21:24

1 stop16h 19m

£432

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

pe 23/1

08:00-07:10

2 stops17h 10m

London Heathrow

pe 30/1

13:25-10:55

2 stops27h 30m

£433

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

pe 23/1

17:16-11:40

1 stop12h 24m

London Heathrow

pe 30/1

09:40-21:24

2 stops17h 44m

£442

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

la 24/1

11:30-05:55

1 stop12h 25m

London Heathrow

la 31/1

06:35-17:47

2 stops17h 12m

£443

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

ke 7/1

11:30-11:15

1 stop17h 45m

London Heathrow

ke 21/1

06:35-21:50

2 stops21h 15m

£447

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

ke 7/1

18:48-11:15

1 stop10h 27m

London Heathrow

ke 21/1

11:10-21:50

2 stops16h 40m

£448

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

ke 21/1

07:40-07:30

2 stops17h 50m

London Gatwick

ke 28/1

11:20-23:08

2 stops17h 48m

£465

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

to 22/1

11:42-19:00

2 stops25h 18m

London Gatwick

to 29/1

19:40-21:04

2 stops31h 24m

£507

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

to 22/1

11:42-14:05

2 stops20h 23m

London City

to 29/1

07:50-21:04

2 stops19h 14m

£590

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to London

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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 £530, 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 £584.

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 £602. 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 £776.

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 £635. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £718.

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 £729 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 £564 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 05m

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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 05m 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to London?
As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to London.
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.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to London

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