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 16h 06m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in England) to Des Moines, then the average flight time is 17h 54m.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United Airlines 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 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

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As of July 2026, there are 6 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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19:30 - 22:37

LHR

DSM

33h 07m

2 stops

14:34 - 16:00

DSM

LHR

19h 26m

2 stops

£589Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

06:40 - 22:34

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DSM

20h 54m

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05:40 - 17:40

DSM

LHR

30h 00m

2 stops

£683Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

14:45 - 22:53

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DSM

14h 08m

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16:03 - 06:15

DSM

LHR

32h 12m

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£742Finnair

Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

20:15 - 17:23

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DSM

27h 08m

2 stops

18:45 - 12:00

DSM

LHR

11h 15m

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£760Lufthansa

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

20:15 - 17:23

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27h 08m

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18:45 - 15:50

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LHR

15h 05m

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£763Lufthansa

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

14:45 - 22:53

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DSM

14h 08m

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11:30 - 10:00

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16h 30m

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£768Finnair

Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

09:00 - 21:35

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DSM

18h 35m

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11:31 - 06:40

DSM

LHR

13h 09m

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£777United Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

21:25 - 21:15

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DSM

29h 50m

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14:25 - 20:20

DSM

LHR

23h 55m

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£788Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

13:45 - 23:02

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38h 17m

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18:52 - 05:55

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29h 03m

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£789United Airlines

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

15:40 - 21:15

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DSM

35h 35m

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07:00 - 14:40

DSM

LGW

25h 40m

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£872Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

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Iberia flights from England to Des Moines

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Iberia

8 Oct

LGW20:40London Gatwick

33h 24m

2 stops

DSM00:04Des Moines

18 Oct

DSM14:01Des Moines

14h 49m

2 stops

LGW10:50London Gatwick

£831

Iberia

3 Aug

LHR09:45London Heathrow

20h 16m

1 stop

DSM00:01Des Moines

11 Dec

DSM09:26Des Moines

18h 59m

1 stop

LHR10:25London Heathrow

£925

Iberia

17 Jul

LHR11:10London Heathrow

12h 53m

1 stop

DSM18:03Des Moines

2 Aug

DSM19:03Des Moines

31h 02m

1 stop

LHR08:05London Heathrow

£1,230

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Delta

3 Aug

LCY07:45London City

19h 14m

2 stops

DSM20:59Des Moines

11 Dec

DSM10:15Des Moines

15h 55m

2 stops

LCY08:10London City

£1,052

Delta

18 Dec

MAN13:25Manchester

26h 53m

1 stop

DSM10:18Des Moines

28 Dec

DSM06:20Des Moines

21h 45m

2 stops

MAN10:05Manchester

£1,093

Delta

16 Aug

LGW10:25London Gatwick

16h 34m

2 stops

DSM20:59Des Moines

27 Aug

DSM10:59Des Moines

16h 26m

2 stops

LGW09:25London Gatwick

£1,157

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06:40-22:34

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05:40-17:40

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16:03-06:15

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20:15-17:23

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Des Moines

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13:45-23:02

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Des Moines

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18:52-05:55

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Thu 10/9

15:40-21:15

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Des Moines

Thu 24/9

07:00-14:40

2 stops25h 40m

£872

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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 £158. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in January, then you should wait until October to fly from England, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £213.

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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 July 2026, there are 6 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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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £640	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 693 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
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Delta	PriceFrom £939	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,468 reviews	Search Delta flights

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