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

Delta and Virgin Atlantic are the most popular carriers operating from London to Des Moines

Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa 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 34% 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.

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 August 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.

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17:00 - 22:26LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

35h 26m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:31 - 16:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

22h 29m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£577Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

17:00 - 22:26LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

35h 26m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:31 - 16:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

22h 29m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£589Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

07:40 - 17:28LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

15h 48m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:30 - 12:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

18h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£751Lufthansa

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

11:25 - 17:48LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

36h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:24 - 11:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

16h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£752Lufthansa

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

08:40 - 21:38LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

18h 58m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:23 - 08:30DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

13h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£782United Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

07:25 - 17:28LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 03m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

08:00 - 05:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

15h 55m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

£786United Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

09:45 - 17:26LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

13h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:01 - 06:50DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

10h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£793British Airways

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

20:05 - 20:50LCY London City-DSM Des Moines

30h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:00 - 08:10DSM Des Moines-LCY London City

15h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

£810Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

11:10 - 17:27LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

12h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:35 - 06:50DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

14h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£819British Airways

Sat, 19 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

15:15 - 18:09LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

32h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

18:54 - 13:15DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

12h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

£832Virgin Atlantic

Thu, 24 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

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United Airlines flights from London to Des Moines

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United Airlines

9 Sept

LHR08:40London Heathrow

18h 58m

2 stops

DSM21:38Des Moines

16 Sept

DSM13:23Des Moines

13h 07m

1 stop

LHR08:30London Heathrow

£782

United Airlines

8 Sept

LHR07:25London Heathrow

16h 03m

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DSM17:28Des Moines

15 Sept

DSM08:00Des Moines

15h 55m

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LHR05:55London Heathrow

£786

United Airlines

9 Sept

LHR07:25London Heathrow

16h 03m

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DSM17:28Des Moines

23 Sept

DSM08:00Des Moines

15h 55m

3 stops

LHR05:55London Heathrow

£799

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Air France

9 Sept

LGW10:25London Gatwick

18h 01m

2 stops

DSM22:26Des Moines

16 Sept

DSM17:35Des Moines

16h 25m

2 stops

LGW16:00London Gatwick

£830

Air France

9 Sept

LGW10:25London Gatwick

18h 01m

2 stops

DSM22:26Des Moines

23 Sept

DSM17:35Des Moines

16h 25m

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LGW16:00London Gatwick

£843

Air France

19 Sept

LGW10:25London Gatwick

18h 01m

2 stops

DSM22:26Des Moines

30 Sept

DSM11:31Des Moines

15h 54m

2 stops

LGW09:25London Gatwick

£860

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17:00-22:26

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07:40-17:28

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Wed 9/12

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£751

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11:25-17:48

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£752

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13:23-08:30

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07:25-17:28

2 stops16h 03m

Des Moines

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08:00-05:55

3 stops15h 55m

£786

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Mon 28/9

09:45-17:26

1 stop13h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

14:01-06:50

1 stop10h 49m

£793

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LCY London City - DSM Des Moines

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Tue 24/11

20:05-20:50

2 stops30h 45m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

11:00-08:10

2 stops15h 10m

£810

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LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

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London Heathrow

Sat 19/9

11:10-17:27

1 stop12h 17m

Des Moines

Wed 30/9

10:35-06:50

1 stop14h 15m

£819

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LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

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London Heathrow

Thu 24/9

15:15-18:09

1 stop32h 54m

Des Moines

Thu 1/10

18:54-13:15

1 stop12h 21m

£832

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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 £941 to £1,150.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £577.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, September 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 £674. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in September, then you should wait until January to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £726.

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

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Des Moines flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 42m
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The fastest flight from London to Des Moines takes 14h 42m

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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 14h 42m.
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 August 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 (40% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (26%), American Airlines (18%), and Virgin Atlantic (17%).

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,112 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £642	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,160 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £775	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,194 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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