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£388+ Cheap flights to Des Moines

— DSM
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Des Moines in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Des Moines

Fri 20/1106:40 -
2 stops21h 55m
Mon 23/1114:59 -
2 stops19h 01m
Deal found 12/9£604
Fri 6/1111:35 -
1 stop15h 01m
Tue 10/1111:22 -
1 stop12h 33m
Deal found 13/9£626
Mon 2/1106:40 -
2 stops21h 53m
Mon 9/1114:59 -
2 stops19h 01m
Deal found 14/9£674
Tue 24/1112:15 -
2 stops16h 20m
Wed 9/1207:00 -
2 stops30h 30m
Deal found 15/9£713
Sun 1/1117:15 -
2 stops34h 40m
Sun 8/1118:45 -
2 stops40h 55m
Deal found 17/9£793
Tue 24/1109:50 -
2 stops37h 38m
Wed 9/1213:15 -
2 stops22h 25m
Deal found 13/9£797
Wed 28/1018:15 -
2 stops28h 12m
Wed 4/1118:45 -
2 stops16h 55m
Deal found 13/9£841
Sun 13/1217:15 -
2 stops34h 10m
Tue 22/1218:42 -
2 stops32h 33m
Deal found 13/9£909
Thu 15/1019:15 -
2 stops34h 59m
Mon 19/1009:26 -
2 stops41h 34m
Deal found 13/9£910
Tue 24/1109:35 -
1 stop17h 45m
Tue 1/1217:29 -
2 stops34h 16m
Deal found 12/9£1,038
Sun 13/1210:00 -
2 stops18h 38m
Tue 22/1211:34 -
2 stops15h 26m
Deal found 13/9£2,097
Mon 2/1110:00 -
2 stops18h 33m
Mon 9/1111:36 -
2 stops15h 24m
Deal found 14/9£5,826

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Return from

£604

One-way from

£388

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£857
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  • 20/11-23/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 56m total
  • London to Des Moines
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  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 41m total
  • London to Des Moines
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LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 1/12

16:45-22:26

3 stops59h 41m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£388

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Wed 23/9

09:40-08:49

3 stops29h 09m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£428

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 29/10

08:30-14:14

2 stops34h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£451

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 22/9

10:45-08:49

3 stops52h 04m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£473

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 1/12

10:00-22:38

2 stops18h 38m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£549

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 30/11

15:00-18:54

2 stops33h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£551

LondonDes Moines

LCY London City - DSM Des Moines

LCYDSM

London City

Tue 1/12

08:40-20:54

2 stops18h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£553

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 23/9

17:00-21:06

2 stops34h 06m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£557

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

16:00-10:50

1 stop24h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£558

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 30/11

10:50-10:50

1 stop30h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£558

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Des Moines

How long is the flight to Des Moines?

On average, a flight from London to Des Moines takes 22 hours 16 minutes. Flights to Des Moines from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Des Moines are British Airways and Lufthansa.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £583
British Airways
British Airways
From £697
American Airlines
American Airlines
From £717
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From £785

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Des Moines are British Airways and Lufthansa.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 25.0 - 125.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 25.0 mm.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Atlantic,American Airlines, andBritish Airways to the United States. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,066 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,230 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

FAQs about flying to Des Moines

Getting around Des Moines

Renting a car provides great flexibility (but beware of icy conditions during the winter). The city is known to be quite cycle-friendly as well, and the bus network will let you take your bikes on board, making it possible to access most parts of town without a rental car. Taxis are always available to book, but don’t rely on being able to hail them.

Des Moines airport overview

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is a relatively small airport in Iowa. It is conveniently located just 5km (3 miles) from central Des Moines, and generally handles less than two million passengers per year.

In 2010, Des Moines International Airport’s terminal got a great revamp, which included new carpeting in the terminal and a number of other facility upgrades. The airport has a great array of shopping facilities, ranging from small-change vending machines to larger and more expensive options.

Passengers can book flights to Des Moines International Airport from destinations across the United States, including Chicago, Denver and Las Vegas. A number of airlines operate flights to Des Moines International Airport, particularly low-cost options such as ExpressJet Airlines and AirTran Airways.

Passengers who prefer smaller airports will enjoy Des Moines International Airport – as it has facilities of equal quality to those of larger airports, but not the crowds of people and the long queues generally associated with busier airports.

  • When is the best time to fly to Des Moines?

    If you are seeking a cultural holiday, then there is really no bad time to go to Des Moines. For outdoor activities, summer is the best time to visit (between June and September), although there are snow-based activities available as well. A trip in June may balance lower prices with outdoor festivals and good conditions for hiking and boating.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines?

    For a flight to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Des Moines if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Des Moines on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Des Moines?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Des Moines.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Des Moines depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Des Moines, London offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 13 minutes).

  • Does Des Moines have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Des Moines can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Des Moines?

    Yes. Des Moines has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the closest property to Des Moines (0.0 mi away from Des Moines).

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