Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 3 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 London Heathrow to Des Moines?

Iberia and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Des Moines

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

Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport is 3 as of September 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£462 Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in 2026

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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

£570Scandinavian 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

£605Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

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

21h 53m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

15:03 - 09:20DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

37h 17m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£705Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

08:45 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

19h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:15 - 12:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

16h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£764Lufthansa

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

07:40 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

20h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

09:50 - 13:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

21h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£784Lufthansa

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

06:55 - 17:48LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 53m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:55 - 11:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

11h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£786Lufthansa

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

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

£790Virgin 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

£791Virgin 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

£859British Airways

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan

16:30 - 22:43LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

12h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:51 - 06:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

11h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£994British Airways

Mon, 21 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

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Lufthansa flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines

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Lufthansa

24 Nov

LHR08:45London Heathrow

19h 10m

2 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

9 Dec

DSM13:15Des Moines

16h 45m

1 stop

LHR12:00London Heathrow

£764

Lufthansa

19 Nov

LHR07:40London Heathrow

20h 15m

2 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

26 Nov

DSM09:50Des Moines

21h 10m

2 stops

LHR13:00London Heathrow

£784

Lufthansa

13 Oct

LHR06:55London Heathrow

16h 53m

2 stops

DSM17:48Des Moines

20 Oct

DSM18:55Des Moines

11h 00m

1 stop

LHR11:55London Heathrow

£786

Iberia flights from London Heathrow Airport 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

£745

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

£746

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

£748

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Tue 13/10

06:55-17:48

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Des Moines

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18:55-11:55

1 stop11h 00m

£786

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Tue 24/11

11:45-20:40

2 stops14h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

11:01-07:05

1 stop14h 04m

£790

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LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

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Tue 24/11

11:45-20:40

2 stops14h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

11:01-07:05

1 stop14h 04m

£791

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LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des 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

£859

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Mon 21/12

16:30-22:43

1 stop12h 13m

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Thu 7/1

13:51-06:55

1 stop11h 04m

£994

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £636 to £831.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £570.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £582. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in November, then you should wait until September to fly from London Heathrow Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £643.

Can stopping save me money on London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines flight.

When to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines

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Best price found	£462
Fastest flight time	16h 53m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport in the past 72 hours is £462. The best return flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £570.

The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines takes 16h 53m

There are no direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines.

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How far is London Heathrow to Des Moines by plane?
The distance between London Heathrow and Des Moines is about 4172.5 mi. Typically, this will take 16h 53m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport is 3 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is British Airways, representing 40% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Virgin Atlantic at 37% and Lufthansa at 22%.

Best airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 696 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £643	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,198 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £783	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,226 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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