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

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

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

Prices for flights from London to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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The number of operators available for flights from London to Des Moines Airport is 2 as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Des Moines Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport 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 Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£337 Cheap Flights from London to Des Moines in 2026/27

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06:40 - 22:35LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 - 18:30DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

24h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£620Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

06:40 - 22:35LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 - 18:30DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

24h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£621Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

06:40 - 22:35LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 - 18:30DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

24h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£623Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

06:40 - 22:35LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 - 18:30DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

24h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£624Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

07:40 - 17:27LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

14h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:22 - 05:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

12h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£785Lufthansa

Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

11:10 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:45 - 12:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

11h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£788Lufthansa

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

10:25 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

17h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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

17h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£789Lufthansa

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

16:30 - 00:26LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

13h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:58 - 08:35DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

12h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£790British Airways

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

16:30 - 00:14LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

12h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:58 - 08:35DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

12h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£819British Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

19:15 - 00:14LCY London City-DSM Des Moines

34h 59m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl

09:26 - 09:00DSM Des Moines-LCY London City

41h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Madrid Barajas

£910British Airways

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from London to Des Moines

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Scandinavian Airlines

20 Nov

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 55m

2 stops

DSM22:35Des Moines

23 Nov

DSM11:36Des Moines

24h 54m

2 stops

LHR18:30London Heathrow

£620

Scandinavian Airlines

20 Nov

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 55m

2 stops

DSM22:35Des Moines

23 Nov

DSM11:36Des Moines

24h 54m

2 stops

LHR18:30London Heathrow

£621

Scandinavian Airlines

20 Nov

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 55m

2 stops

DSM22:35Des Moines

23 Nov

DSM11:36Des Moines

24h 54m

2 stops

LHR18:30London Heathrow

£623

Lufthansa flights from London to Des Moines

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Lufthansa

28 Oct

LHR07:40London Heathrow

14h 47m

1 stop

DSM17:27Des Moines

3 Nov

DSM11:22Des Moines

12h 33m

1 stop

LHR05:55London Heathrow

£785

Lufthansa

2 Nov

LHR11:10London Heathrow

16h 45m

2 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

9 Nov

DSM18:45Des Moines

11h 15m

1 stop

LHR12:00London Heathrow

£788

Lufthansa

1 Nov

LCY17:15London City

34h 40m

2 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

8 Nov

DSM18:45Des Moines

40h 55m

2 stops

LCY17:40London City

£796

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Fri 20/11

06:40-22:35

2 stops21h 55m

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11:36-18:30

2 stops24h 54m

£620

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Fri 20/11

06:40-22:35

2 stops21h 55m

Des Moines

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11:36-18:30

2 stops24h 54m

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Fri 20/11

06:40-22:35

2 stops21h 55m

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Mon 23/11

11:36-18:30

2 stops24h 54m

£624

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Wed 28/10

07:40-17:27

1 stop14h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

11:22-05:55

1 stop12h 33m

£785

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London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

11:10-21:55

2 stops16h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 9/11

18:45-12:00

1 stop11h 15m

£788

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

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London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

10:25-21:55

1 stop17h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

13:15-13:00

2 stops17h 45m

£789

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 4/11

16:30-00:26

1 stop13h 56m

Des Moines

Wed 11/11

13:58-08:35

1 stop12h 37m

£790

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LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 29/10

16:30-00:14

1 stop12h 44m

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

13:58-08:35

1 stop12h 37m

£819

LondonDes Moines

LCY London City - DSM Des Moines

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 15/10

19:15-00:14

2 stops34h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 19/10

09:26-09:00

2 stops41h 34m

£910

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £768 to £1,392.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £620.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from London to Des Moines. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £790. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in November, then you should wait until October to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £821.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Des Moines flight.

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Best price found	£337
Fastest flight time	17h 16m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from London in the past 72 hours is £337. The best return flight deal from London to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £620.

The fastest flight from London to Des Moines takes 17h 16m

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

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How far is London to Des Moines by plane?
The straight-line distance from London to Des Moines is 4183.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 17h 16m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from London to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from London to Des Moines Airport is 2 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport 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 Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from London to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from London to Des Moines is British Airways (51% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (24%) and Virgin Atlantic (24%).

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British Airways	PriceFrom £785	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,225 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £788	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,237 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights

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