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 33% 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 and Delta 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 December 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.

£422 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 £963 to £1,064. The lowest price recently found on this route was £593.

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09:55 - 13:46

LHR

DSM

33h 51m2 stops

07:00 - 09:15

DSM

LHR

20h 15m1 stop

£593Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 10 May

09:55 - 13:46

LHR

DSM

33h 51m2 stops

07:00 - 06:30

DSM

LHR

17h 30m1 stop

£621Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Thu, 7 May

06:10 - 18:04

LHR

DSM

17h 54m2 stops

18:19 - 10:30

DSM

LHR

10h 11m1 stop

£722British Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 12 May

19:25 - 18:04

LHR

DSM

28h 39m2 stops

14:38 - 10:30

DSM

LHR

13h 52m1 stop

£728British Airways

Mon, 27 Apr - Tue, 12 May

11:45 - 21:04

LGW

DSM

39h 19m2 stops

11:42 - 19:00

DSM

LGW

25h 18m2 stops

£917Iberia

Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

19:40 - 21:04

LGW

DSM

31h 24m2 stops

11:42 - 19:00

DSM

LGW

25h 18m2 stops

£919Iberia

Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

11:25 - 22:26

LCY

DSM

17h 01m2 stops

10:09 - 21:30

DSM

LCY

29h 21m2 stops

£1,089Aer Lingus

Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

18:15 - 17:47

LCY

DSM

29h 32m2 stops

11:30 - 09:20

DSM

LCY

15h 50m2 stops

£1,097Lufthansa

Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 15 Jan

13:15 - 22:26

LCY

DSM

15h 11m2 stops

10:09 - 21:30

DSM

LCY

29h 21m2 stops

£1,179Aer Lingus

Sun, 22 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

09:15 - 17:55

LCY

DSM

14h 40m2 stops

11:30 - 08:40

DSM

LCY

15h 10m2 stops

£1,203Lufthansa

Fri, 24 Apr - Sun, 10 May

Iberia flights from London to Des Moines

Our best Iberia deals on London to Des Moines flight tickets

Iberia

8 Jan

LHR14:10London Heathrow

12h 54m

1 stop

DSM21:04Des Moines

15 Jan

DSM11:42Des Moines

16h 43m

1 stop

LHR10:25London Heathrow

£805

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Iberia

21 Feb

LHR12:35London Heathrow

11h 52m

1 stop

DSM18:27Des Moines

28 Feb

DSM10:09Des Moines

22h 46m

2 stops

LHR14:55London Heathrow

£814

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Iberia

21 Feb

LHR06:15London Heathrow

18h 12m

2 stops

DSM18:27Des Moines

28 Feb

DSM10:09Des Moines

22h 46m

2 stops

LHR14:55London Heathrow

£825

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Virgin Atlantic flights from London to Des Moines

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Virgin Atlantic

22 Feb

LHR20:25London Heathrow

26h 02m

2 stops

DSM16:27Des Moines

28 Feb

DSM13:02Des Moines

49h 08m

2 stops

LHR20:10London Heathrow

£829

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Virgin Atlantic

22 Feb

LHR10:45London Heathrow

17h 43m

1 stop

DSM22:28Des Moines

28 Feb

DSM13:02Des Moines

49h 08m

2 stops

LHR20:10London Heathrow

£843

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Virgin Atlantic

20 Dec

LHR11:05London Heathrow

15h 39m

2 stops

DSM20:44Des Moines

22 Dec

DSM10:29Des Moines

15h 21m

2 stops

LHR07:50London Heathrow

£1,501

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LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 22/4

09:55-13:46

2 stops33h 51m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

07:00-09:15

1 stop20h 15m

£593

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 22/4

09:55-13:46

2 stops33h 51m

Des Moines

Thu 7/5

07:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

£621

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 21/4

06:10-18:04

2 stops17h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 12/5

18:19-10:30

1 stop10h 11m

£722

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 27/4

19:25-18:04

2 stops28h 39m

Des Moines

Tue 12/5

14:38-10:30

1 stop13h 52m

£728

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 22/1

11:45-21:04

2 stops39h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 26/1

11:42-19:00

2 stops25h 18m

£917

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 22/1

19:40-21:04

2 stops31h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 26/1

11:42-19:00

2 stops25h 18m

£919

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Sat 21/2

11:25-22:26

2 stops17h 01m

Des Moines

Sat 28/2

10:09-21:30

2 stops29h 21m

£1,089

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 8/1

18:15-17:47

2 stops29h 32m

Des Moines

Thu 15/1

11:30-09:20

2 stops15h 50m

£1,097

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Sun 22/2

13:15-22:26

2 stops15h 11m

Des Moines

Sat 28/2

10:09-21:30

2 stops29h 21m

£1,179

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Fri 24/4

09:15-17:55

2 stops14h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

11:30-08:40

2 stops15h 10m

£1,203

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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 £704. 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 £711.

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 £683. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £1,026. 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 £691. 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 £813.

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 £793 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 £654 on momondo.

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

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

How have London to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

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Fastest flight time	12h 59m
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The fastest flight from London to Des Moines takes 12h 59m

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 12h 59m.
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 December 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 (33% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (21%), Finnair (19%), and Virgin Atlantic (11%).

Best airlines flying from London to Des Moines

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom £185	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £448	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,585 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,338 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £607	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,637 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £649	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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