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

Virgin Atlantic, Delta, and British Airways 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.

£435 Cheap Flights from London to Des Moines in 2026

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06:40 - 22:33LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 53m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:27 - 17:40DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

25h 13m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£566Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

06:40 - 22:33LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

21h 53m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

15:03 - 16:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

19h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

£579Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

08:45 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

19h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:15 - 12:00DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

16h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£702Lufthansa

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

11:10 - 21:55LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:45 - 17:05DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

16h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£705Lufthansa

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

07:25 - 17:48LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 23m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:33 - 12:25DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

18h 52m1 stop Denver Intl

£738United Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

07:25 - 17:48LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

16h 23m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:27 - 06:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

13h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

£738United Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

20:05 - 20:40LCY London City-DSM Des Moines

30h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10:30 - 07:15DSM Des Moines-LCY London City

14h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

£813Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

10:00 - 22:35LGW London Gatwick-DSM Des Moines

18h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:01 - 09:00DSM Des Moines-LGW London Gatwick

15h 59m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle

£817Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

09:15 - 22:43LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

43h 28m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:01 - 11:35DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

15h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£889British Airways

Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

16:30 - 22:43LHR London Heathrow-DSM Des Moines

12h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:01 - 06:55DSM Des Moines-LHR London Heathrow

10h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

£992British Airways

Mon, 21 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

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Iberia flights from London to Des Moines

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Iberia

20 Oct

LGW20:40London Gatwick

33h 34m

2 stops

DSM00:14Des Moines

25 Oct

DSM09:26Des Moines

28h 34m

2 stops

LGW19:00London Gatwick

£885

Iberia

20 Nov

LCY07:50London City

17h 07m

2 stops

DSM18:57Des Moines

30 Nov

DSM13:58Des Moines

18h 17m

2 stops

LCY14:15London City

£888

Iberia

2 Feb

LGW11:45London Gatwick

37h 24m

2 stops

DSM19:09Des Moines

6 Feb

DSM09:26Des Moines

27h 34m

2 stops

LGW19:00London Gatwick

£897

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Scandinavian Airlines

16 Oct

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 53m

2 stops

DSM22:33Des Moines

28 Oct

DSM11:27Des Moines

25h 13m

2 stops

LHR17:40London Heathrow

£566

Scandinavian Airlines

16 Oct

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 53m

2 stops

DSM22:33Des Moines

28 Oct

DSM15:03Des Moines

19h 57m

2 stops

LHR16:00London Heathrow

£579

Scandinavian Airlines

20 Oct

LHR06:40London Heathrow

21h 53m

2 stops

DSM22:33Des Moines

24 Oct

DSM11:27Des Moines

23h 33m

2 stops

LHR17:00London Heathrow

£588

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08:45-21:55

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07:25-17:48

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11:27-06:55

2 stops13h 28m

£738

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Tue 24/11

20:05-20:40

2 stops30h 35m

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Wed 9/12

10:30-07:15

2 stops14h 45m

£813

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Tue 24/11

10:00-22:35

2 stops18h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

11:01-09:00

2 stops15h 59m

£817

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LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

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London Heathrow

Wed 23/12

09:15-22:43

2 stops43h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 7/1

14:01-11:35

1 stop15h 34m

£889

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Mon 21/12

16:30-22:43

1 stop12h 13m

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Wed 6/1

14:01-06:55

1 stop10h 54m

£992

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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 £774 to £900.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £566.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, January 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 £721. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in January, then you should wait until November to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £750.

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

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Des Moines flight.

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Best price found	£435
Fastest flight time	12h 16m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from London in the past 72 hours is £435. The best return flight deal from London to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £566.

The fastest flight from London to Des Moines takes 12h 16m

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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 16m.
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 (45% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (20%), Virgin Atlantic (20%), and United Airlines (14%).

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £629	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £630	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,123 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £638	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,197 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £776	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,223 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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