How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

The flight from England 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 (a popular airport in England) to Des Moines (the most popular airport in Des Moines), then the flight time is 15h 28m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in England) to Des Moines, then the average flight time is 18h 19m.

Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from England according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

British Airways, Iberia, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from England to Des Moines

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

Prices for flights from England to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

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

As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Des Moines Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from England to Des Moines Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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06:40 - 22:33LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 53m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

15:03 - 16:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

18h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£568Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

07:05 - 22:33LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 28m3 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

15:03 - 17:40DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

20h 37m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£604Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

16:40 - 17:27LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

53h 47m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:45 - 07:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

31h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£776Lufthansa

Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

16:40 - 17:27LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

53h 47m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:45 - 15:50DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

39h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£779Lufthansa

Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

11:45 - 20:40LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

14h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:01 - 07:05DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

14h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

£787Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

11:45 - 20:40LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

14h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:01 - 07:05DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

14h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

£789Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

12:35 - 18:56LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

12h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

20:05 - 08:35DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

30h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£857British Airways

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

13:00 - 10:42MAN Manchester-DSM Des Moines

27h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

17:50 - 14:00DSM Des Moines-MAN Manchester

14h 10m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

£933Delta

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

13:00 - 10:42MAN Manchester-DSM Des Moines

27h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:27 - 08:50DSM Des Moines-MAN Manchester

15h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

£937Delta

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

12:35 - 19:09LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

12h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:01 - 06:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

10h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£953British Airways

Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from England to Des Moines

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Scandinavian Airlines

13 Oct

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 53m

2 stops

DSM22:33Des Moines

20 Oct

DSM15:03Des Moines

18h 57m

2 stops

LHR16:00London Heathrow

£568

Scandinavian Airlines

13 Oct

LHR07:05London Heathrow

21h 28m

3 stops

DSM22:33Des Moines

20 Oct

DSM15:03Des Moines

20h 37m

2 stops

LHR17:40London Heathrow

£604

Scandinavian Airlines

25 Oct

LHR06:40London Heathrow

20h 53m

2 stops

DSM22:33Des Moines

30 Oct

DSM15:03Des Moines

19h 57m

2 stops

LHR16:00London Heathrow

£623

Iberia flights from England to Des Moines

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Iberia

24 Nov

LHR12:35London Heathrow

12h 20m

1 stop

DSM18:55Des Moines

9 Dec

DSM13:58Des Moines

10h 57m

1 stop

LHR06:55London Heathrow

£743

Iberia

28 Oct

LHR16:30London Heathrow

12h 44m

1 stop

DSM00:14Des Moines

3 Nov

DSM13:58Des Moines

12h 37m

1 stop

LHR08:35London Heathrow

£745

Iberia

1 Oct

LHR11:10London Heathrow

12h 16m

1 stop

DSM17:26Des Moines

8 Oct

DSM19:31Des Moines

10h 44m

1 stop

LHR12:15London Heathrow

£799

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16:40-17:27

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18:45-07:55

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£776

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11:01-07:05

1 stop14h 04m

£787

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London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

11:45-20:40

2 stops14h 55m

Des Moines

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11:01-07:05

1 stop14h 04m

£789

LondonDes Moines

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London Heathrow

Fri 11/12

12:35-18:56

1 stop12h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

20:05-08:35

1 stop30h 30m

£857

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Mon 12/10

13:00-10:42

1 stop27h 42m

Des Moines

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17:50-14:00

2 stops14h 10m

£933

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Mon 12/10

13:00-10:42

1 stop27h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 19/10

11:27-08:50

1 stop15h 23m

£937

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Wed 23/12

12:35-19:09

1 stop12h 34m

Des Moines

Thu 7/1

14:01-06:55

1 stop10h 54m

£953

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from England to Des Moines. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £744. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in January, then you should wait until November to fly from England, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £754.

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Fastest flight time	12h 21m
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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from England in the past 72 hours is £395. The best return flight deal from England to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £568.

The fastest flight from England to Des Moines takes 12h 21m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from England to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from England to Des Moines Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from England to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from England to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from England to Des Moines

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £642	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,198 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £780	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,228 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Delta	PriceFrom £928	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,536 reviews	Search Delta flights

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