Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% 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 London to Des Moines?

WestJet, Lufthansa, and British Airways 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.

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 4 as of February 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.

£319 Cheap Flights from London to Des Moines in 2026

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £645 to £802. The lowest price recently found on this route was £750.

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13:50 - 13:46

LHR

DSM

29h 56m

2 stops

07:00 - 06:45

DSM

LHR

17h 45m

1 stop

£750Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr

14:00 - 12:55

LGW

DSM

28h 55m

2 stops

07:35 - 06:20

DSM

LGW

16h 45m

1 stop

£753Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Fri, 5 Jun

15:15 - 23:49

LHR

DSM

14h 34m

1 stop

11:40 - 06:35

DSM

LHR

36h 55m

2 stops

£783Multiple Airlines

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 20 May

09:15 - 17:55

LCY

DSM

14h 40m

2 stops

11:40 - 08:40

DSM

LCY

39h 00m

2 stops

£899Lufthansa

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 20 May

06:15 - 22:35

LHR

DSM

22h 20m

2 stops

20:03 - 07:40

DSM

LHR

29h 37m

1 stop

£900British Airways

Tue, 31 Mar - Sat, 18 Apr

08:30 - 21:27

LHR

DSM

18h 57m

2 stops

13:10 - 06:45

DSM

LHR

11h 35m

1 stop

£904Lufthansa

Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

09:45 - 18:19

LHR

DSM

14h 34m

1 stop

17:01 - 06:50

DSM

LHR

31h 49m

1 stop

£910British Airways

Wed, 1 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

13:45 - 23:49

LCY

DSM

16h 04m

2 stops

12:00 - 08:35

DSM

LCY

14h 35m

2 stops

£1,127Aer Lingus

Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

06:45 - 17:59

LCY

DSM

17h 14m

2 stops

05:15 - 08:35

DSM

LCY

21h 20m

2 stops

£1,197Aer Lingus

Tue, 2 Jun - Thu, 4 Jun

19:40 - 19:00

LGW

DSM

28h 20m

2 stops

13:37 - 19:00

DSM

LGW

24h 23m

2 stops

£2,754Iberia

Sat, 21 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

Iberia flights from London to Des Moines

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Iberia

2 Mar

LGW11:45London Gatwick

37h 20m

2 stops

DSM19:05Des Moines

9 Mar

DSM10:04Des Moines

27h 56m

2 stops

LGW19:00London Gatwick

£1,044

Iberia

2 Mar

LGW11:20London Gatwick

18h 20m

2 stops

DSM23:40Des Moines

9 Mar

DSM13:37Des Moines

24h 23m

2 stops

LGW19:00London Gatwick

£1,052

Iberia

2 Mar

LGW11:20London Gatwick

18h 20m

2 stops

DSM23:40Des Moines

9 Mar

DSM13:37Des Moines

24h 23m

2 stops

LGW19:00London Gatwick

£1,054

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Aer Lingus

2 Mar

LHR12:10London Heathrow

17h 30m

2 stops

DSM23:40Des Moines

9 Mar

DSM05:00Des Moines

27h 25m

2 stops

LHR13:25London Heathrow

£883

Aer Lingus

2 Mar

LHR12:10London Heathrow

16h 09m

2 stops

DSM22:19Des Moines

9 Mar

DSM05:00Des Moines

24h 10m

2 stops

LHR10:10London Heathrow

£884

Aer Lingus

2 Mar

LHR07:50London Heathrow

20h 29m

2 stops

DSM22:19Des Moines

9 Mar

DSM05:00Des Moines

23h 05m

2 stops

LHR09:05London Heathrow

£895

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LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 1/4

13:50-13:46

2 stops29h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

07:00-06:45

1 stop17h 45m

£750

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

14:00-12:55

2 stops28h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 5/6

07:35-06:20

1 stop16h 45m

£753

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 6/5

15:15-23:49

1 stop14h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 20/5

11:40-06:35

2 stops36h 55m

£783

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Wed 6/5

09:15-17:55

2 stops14h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 20/5

11:40-08:40

2 stops39h 00m

£899

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 31/3

06:15-22:35

2 stops22h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 18/4

20:03-07:40

1 stop29h 37m

£900

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 7/4

08:30-21:27

2 stops18h 57m

Des Moines

Tue 14/4

13:10-06:45

1 stop11h 35m

£904

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 1/4

09:45-18:19

1 stop14h 34m

Des Moines

Sat 18/4

17:01-06:50

1 stop31h 49m

£910

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Tue 7/4

13:45-23:49

2 stops16h 04m

Des Moines

Tue 14/4

12:00-08:35

2 stops14h 35m

£1,127

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Tue 2/6

06:45-17:59

2 stops17h 14m

Des Moines

Thu 4/6

05:15-08:35

2 stops21h 20m

£1,197

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Sat 21/3

19:40-19:00

2 stops28h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 28/3

13:37-19:00

2 stops24h 23m

£2,754

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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, May 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 £697. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in May, then you should wait until September to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £721.

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 £856 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 £717 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Des Moines flight.

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The fastest flight from London to Des Moines takes 15h 04m

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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 15h 04m.
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 4 as of February 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 (37% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (27%), Virgin Atlantic (12%), and Finnair (10%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom £183	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,344 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £443	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,762 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £610	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,367 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £642	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 679 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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