Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

British Airways, Finnair and Virgin Atlantic 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 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 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?

British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Iberia 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 5 as of January 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.

£399 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 low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £733 to £901. The lowest price recently found on this route was £634.

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14:00 - 22:09

LGW

DSM

38h 09m2 stops

10:23 - 10:00

DSM

LGW

17h 37m1 stop

£634Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 24 Apr

07:05 - 22:28

LHR

DSM

21h 23m3 stops

11:46 - 16:00

DSM

LHR

22h 14m2 stops

£663Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

11:10 - 21:50

LHR

DSM

16h 40m2 stops

18:48 - 11:15

DSM

LHR

10h 27m1 stop

£682Lufthansa

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

06:35 - 21:50

LHR

DSM

21h 15m2 stops

18:48 - 22:55

DSM

LHR

22h 07m2 stops

£689Lufthansa

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

09:00 - 21:40

LHR

DSM

17h 40m2 stops

14:59 - 10:15

DSM

LHR

14h 16m1 stop

£702United Airlines

Fri, 13 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

09:00 - 21:50

LHR

DSM

18h 50m2 stops

15:35 - 10:50

DSM

LHR

13h 15m2 stops

£705United Airlines

Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

06:35 - 17:47

LHR

DSM

17h 12m2 stops

11:30 - 07:55

DSM

LHR

14h 25m1 stop

£706Lufthansa

Tue, 27 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

20:05 - 16:28

LCY

DSM

26h 23m2 stops

11:26 - 08:50

DSM

LCY

15h 24m2 stops

£768KLM

Tue, 27 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

20:05 - 16:28

LCY

DSM

26h 23m2 stops

17:16 - 16:35

DSM

LCY

17h 19m2 stops

£771KLM

Tue, 27 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

19:15 - 19:28

LCY

DSM

30h 13m2 stops

13:45 - 14:25

DSM

LCY

18h 40m2 stops

£1,145British Airways

Thu, 11 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun

United Airlines flights from London to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on London to Des Moines flight tickets

United Airlines

26 Feb

LHR09:00London Heathrow

18h 41m

2 stops

DSM21:41Des Moines

2 Mar

DSM18:55Des Moines

10h 20m

1 stop

LHR11:15London Heathrow

£700

United Airlines

26 Feb

LHR06:30London Heathrow

17h 17m

2 stops

DSM17:47Des Moines

2 Mar

DSM15:24Des Moines

13h 41m

2 stops

LHR11:05London Heathrow

£704

United Airlines

31 Jan

LHR09:00London Heathrow

18h 50m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

3 Feb

DSM15:35Des Moines

13h 15m

2 stops

LHR10:50London Heathrow

£705

British Airways flights from London to Des Moines

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British Airways

27 Jan

LHR12:35London Heathrow

14h 29m

1 stop

DSM21:04Des Moines

5 Feb

DSM11:42Des Moines

16h 43m

1 stop

LHR10:25London Heathrow

£713

British Airways

11 Jun

LCY19:15London City

30h 13m

2 stops

DSM19:28Des Moines

18 Jun

DSM13:45Des Moines

18h 40m

2 stops

LCY14:25London City

£1,145

British Airways

27 Mar

LHR12:35London Heathrow

14h 59m

1 stop

DSM22:34Des Moines

4 Apr

DSM13:38Des Moines

11h 12m

1 stop

LHR06:50London Heathrow

£1,183

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Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Sat 24/1

14:00-22:09

2 stops38h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 24/4

10:23-10:00

1 stop17h 37m

£634

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 20/2

07:05-22:28

3 stops21h 23m

Des Moines

Fri 27/2

11:46-16:00

2 stops22h 14m

£663

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

11:10-21:50

2 stops16h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 11/2

18:48-11:15

1 stop10h 27m

£682

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

06:35-21:50

2 stops21h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 11/2

18:48-22:55

2 stops22h 07m

£689

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 13/3

09:00-21:40

2 stops17h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 22/3

14:59-10:15

1 stop14h 16m

£702

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 31/1

09:00-21:50

2 stops18h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 3/2

15:35-10:50

2 stops13h 15m

£705

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 27/1

06:35-17:47

2 stops17h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 5/2

11:30-07:55

1 stop14h 25m

£706

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Tue 27/1

20:05-16:28

2 stops26h 23m

Des Moines

Thu 5/2

11:26-08:50

2 stops15h 24m

£768

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Tue 27/1

20:05-16:28

2 stops26h 23m

Des Moines

Thu 5/2

17:16-16:35

2 stops17h 19m

£771

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 11/6

19:15-19:28

2 stops30h 13m

Des Moines

Thu 18/6

13:45-14:25

2 stops18h 40m

£1,145

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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 £701. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in May, then you should wait until March to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £713.

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 £789 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 £651 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Des Moines flight.

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Fastest flight time	15h 30m
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The fastest flight from London to Des Moines takes 15h 30m

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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 30m.
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 5 as of January 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 (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (22%), Finnair (17%), and Virgin Atlantic (12%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom £184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,141 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £472	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,659 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,346 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £604	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,697 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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