Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

Finnair, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from London according to our data. Finnair is the first choice among our users, with 34% 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 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 6 as of November 2025.

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.

£482 Cheap Flights from London to Des Moines in 2025/26

Q: 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 £823 to £973. The lowest price recently found on this route was £672.

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18:40 - 22:34LHR-DSM

33h 54m2 stops

14:16 - 17:40DSM-LHR

21h 24m2 stops

£672Scandinavian Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec

06:40 - 22:34LHR-DSM

21h 54m2 stops

14:16 - 17:40DSM-LHR

21h 24m2 stops

£673Scandinavian Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec

08:30 - 21:37LHR-DSM

19h 07m2 stops

18:50 - 11:15DSM-LHR

10h 25m1 stop

£847Lufthansa

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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec

14:10 - 22:29LHR-DSM

14h 19m1 stop

15:38 - 12:15DSM-LHR

14h 37m1 stop

£864American Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec

18:15 - 17:47LCY-DSM

29h 32m2 stops

18:48 - 09:15DSM-LCY

32h 27m2 stops

£868Lufthansa

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Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

06:30 - 21:37LHR-DSM

21h 07m2 stops

08:00 - 07:10DSM-LHR

17h 10m2 stops

£884United Airlines

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Wed, 17 Dec - Thu, 22 Jan

11:20 - 23:35LGW-DSM

42h 15m2 stops

15:18 - 07:30DSM-LGW

58h 12m2 stops

£891American Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec

09:10 - 21:37LHR-DSM

18h 27m2 stops

15:35 - 10:50DSM-LHR

13h 15m2 stops

£900United Airlines

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Wed, 17 Dec - Thu, 22 Jan

18:00 - 22:26LHR-DSM

34h 26m2 stops

08:30 - 12:50DSM-LHR

46h 20m3 stops

£1,020Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 17 Dec - Thu, 22 Jan

19:40 - 23:30LGW-DSM

33h 50m2 stops

18:26 - 07:30DSM-LGW

31h 04m2 stops

£1,533Multiple Airlines

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from London to Des Moines

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Scandinavian Airlines

4 Dec

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 54m

2 stops

DSM22:34Des Moines

8 Dec

DSM14:16Des Moines

21h 24m

2 stops

LHR17:40London Heathrow

£640

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Scandinavian Airlines

4 Dec

LHR18:40London Heathrow

33h 54m

2 stops

DSM22:34Des Moines

8 Dec

DSM14:16Des Moines

21h 24m

2 stops

LHR17:40London Heathrow

£672

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Scandinavian Airlines

4 Dec

LHR17:00London Heathrow

35h 34m

2 stops

DSM22:34Des Moines

8 Dec

DSM14:16Des Moines

22h 14m

2 stops

LHR18:30London Heathrow

£673

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Lufthansa flights from London to Des Moines

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Lufthansa

4 Dec

LHR08:30London Heathrow

19h 07m

2 stops

DSM21:37Des Moines

8 Dec

DSM18:50Des Moines

10h 25m

1 stop

LHR11:15London Heathrow

£847

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Lufthansa

4 Dec

LHR08:30London Heathrow

19h 07m

2 stops

DSM21:37Des Moines

8 Dec

DSM18:50Des Moines

10h 25m

1 stop

LHR11:15London Heathrow

£850

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Lufthansa

5 Feb

LCY18:15London City

29h 32m

2 stops

DSM17:47Des Moines

9 Feb

DSM18:48Des Moines

32h 27m

2 stops

LCY09:15London City

£868

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LHR - DSM

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London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

18:40-22:34

2 stops33h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

14:16-17:40

2 stops21h 24m

£672

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

06:40-22:34

2 stops21h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

14:16-17:40

2 stops21h 24m

£673

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

08:30-21:37

2 stops19h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

18:50-11:15

1 stop10h 25m

£847

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

14:10-22:29

1 stop14h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

15:38-12:15

1 stop14h 37m

£864

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 5/2

18:15-17:47

2 stops29h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 9/2

18:48-09:15

2 stops32h 27m

£868

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

06:30-21:37

2 stops21h 07m

Des Moines

Thu 22/1

08:00-07:10

2 stops17h 10m

£884

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 4/12

11:20-23:35

2 stops42h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

15:18-07:30

2 stops58h 12m

£891

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

09:10-21:37

2 stops18h 27m

Des Moines

Thu 22/1

15:35-10:50

2 stops13h 15m

£900

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

18:00-22:26

2 stops34h 26m

Des Moines

Thu 22/1

08:30-12:50

3 stops46h 20m

£1,020

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Sat 27/12

19:40-23:30

2 stops33h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 4/1

18:26-07:30

2 stops31h 04m

£1,533

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, March 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 £719. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in March, then you should wait until May to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £720.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from London to Des Moines is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as £698. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £1,048. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Des Moines.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Des Moines when you can find flight prices for as low as £706. Flying to Des Moines at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £830.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around £814 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from London for as low as £669 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Des Moines flight.

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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 12h 53m.
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 6 as of November 2025.
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 (27% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Finnair (22%), United Airlines (16%), and Lufthansa (13%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom £195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,030 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £484	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,534 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £572	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,334 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £620	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,579 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £663	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 674 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £951	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,377 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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