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

Aer Lingus, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to Des Moines

Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

Finnair, Virgin Atlantic and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Manchester according to our data. Finnair 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.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport is 5 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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18:50 - 22:06MAN-DSM

33h 16m2 stops

18:15 - 11:25DSM-MAN

35h 10m2 stops

£792British Airways

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Mon, 29 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan

06:05 - 21:50MAN-DSM

21h 45m2 stops

12:52 - 10:30DSM-MAN

15h 38m2 stops

£811Lufthansa

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Fri, 26 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

06:05 - 17:24MAN-DSM

17h 19m2 stops

12:52 - 10:30DSM-MAN

15h 38m2 stops

£812

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Sat, 27 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

12:35 - 16:22MAN-DSM

33h 47m1 stop

11:25 - 08:35DSM-MAN

15h 10m1 stop

£854Virgin Atlantic

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Fri, 26 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

13:45 - 20:30MAN-DSM

36h 45m2 stops

17:12 - 08:35DSM-MAN

33h 23m1 stop

£855Virgin Atlantic

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Sat, 27 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

08:10 - 17:25MAN-DSM

15h 15m2 stops

12:52 - 15:15DSM-MAN

20h 23m2 stops

£938Aer Lingus

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Fri, 26 Dec - Fri, 9 Jan

08:10 - 17:25MAN-DSM

15h 15m2 stops

12:52 - 15:15DSM-MAN

20h 23m2 stops

£954Aer Lingus

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Tue, 23 Dec - Fri, 9 Jan

06:10 - 18:05MAN-DSM

17h 55m2 stops

15:15 - 17:00DSM-MAN

19h 45m2 stops

£973United Airlines

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Sat, 27 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan

06:10 - 18:05MAN-DSM

17h 55m2 stops

15:15 - 10:20DSM-MAN

13h 05m2 stops

£974United Airlines

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Sat, 27 Dec - Wed, 7 Jan

11:55 - 21:40MAN-DSM

15h 45m2 stops

11:35 - 10:45DSM-MAN

17h 10m2 stops

£1,023

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Sun, 21 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan

Lufthansa flights from Manchester to Des Moines

Our best Lufthansa deals on Manchester to Des Moines flight tickets

Lufthansa

26 Sept

MAN06:05Manchester

21h 45m

2 stops

DSM21:50Des Moines

4 Oct

DSM12:52Des Moines

15h 38m

2 stops

MAN10:30Manchester

£811

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Lufthansa

25 Dec

MAN11:15Manchester

16h 25m

2 stops

DSM21:40Des Moines

11 Jan

DSM18:45Des Moines

22h 35m

2 stops

MAN23:20Manchester

£972

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Lufthansa

24 Dec

MAN11:15Manchester

36h 50m

2 stops

DSM18:05Des Moines

8 Jan

DSM18:45Des Moines

22h 35m

2 stops

MAN23:20Manchester

£980

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Virgin Atlantic flights from Manchester to Des Moines

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Manchester to Des Moines flight tickets

Virgin Atlantic

26 Sept

MAN12:35Manchester

33h 47m

1 stop

DSM16:22Des Moines

4 Oct

DSM11:25Des Moines

15h 10m

1 stop

MAN08:35Manchester

£854

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Virgin Atlantic

27 Sept

MAN13:45Manchester

36h 45m

2 stops

DSM20:30Des Moines

4 Oct

DSM17:12Des Moines

33h 23m

1 stop

MAN08:35Manchester

£855

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Virgin Atlantic

24 Dec

MAN11:00Manchester

40h 06m

2 stops

DSM21:06Des Moines

9 Jan

DSM17:15Des Moines

11h 15m

1 stop

MAN10:30Manchester

£1,011

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Mon 29/12

18:50-22:06

2 stops33h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

18:15-11:25

2 stops35h 10m

£792

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Fri 26/9

06:05-21:50

2 stops21h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 4/10

12:52-10:30

2 stops15h 38m

£811

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Sat 27/9

06:05-17:24

2 stops17h 19m

Des Moines

Sat 4/10

12:52-10:30

2 stops15h 38m

£812

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Fri 26/9

12:35-16:22

1 stop33h 47m

Des Moines

Sat 4/10

11:25-08:35

1 stop15h 10m

£854

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Sat 27/9

13:45-20:30

2 stops36h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 4/10

17:12-08:35

1 stop33h 23m

£855

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Fri 26/12

08:10-17:25

2 stops15h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 9/1

12:52-15:15

2 stops20h 23m

£938

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Tue 23/12

08:10-17:25

2 stops15h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 9/1

12:52-15:15

2 stops20h 23m

£954

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Sat 27/12

06:10-18:05

2 stops17h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 6/1

15:15-17:00

2 stops19h 45m

£973

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Sat 27/12

06:10-18:05

2 stops17h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

15:15-10:20

2 stops13h 05m

£974

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Sun 21/12

11:55-21:40

2 stops15h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

11:35-10:45

2 stops17h 10m

£1,023

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Des Moines

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Des Moines. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £661. If you don’t want to visit Des Moines in January, then you should wait until November to fly from Manchester, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £741.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Manchester to Des Moines is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £650. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £920. 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?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Manchester to Des Moines when you can find flight prices for as low as £759. Flying to Des Moines in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £847.

When to book flights from Manchester to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Manchester to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Manchester to Des Moines (MAN to DSM) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Manchester to Des Moines

Best price found	£305
Fastest flight time	13h 33m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £305. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £792.

The fastest flight from Manchester to Des Moines takes 13h 33m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Manchester Airport - Des Moines Airport.

There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

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How far is Manchester to Des Moines by plane?
A flight from Manchester to Des Moines will travel around 4038.6 mi. 13h 33m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport is 5 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Manchester to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Manchester and Des Moines, the leading airline is Finnair, making up 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Atlantic with 31%, British Airways with 16%, and Aer Lingus with 12%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Des Moines

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Manchester to Des Moines with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Finnair	PriceFrom £553	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,319 reviews	Search Finnair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £672	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,245 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £729	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 657 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £802	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 1,201 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
KLM	PriceFrom £821	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,381 reviews	Search KLM flights

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