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£419+ Cheap flights to Des Moines

— DSM
30 Oct — 6 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Des Moines in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Des Moines

Tue 10/1119:30 -
2 stops33h 05m
Wed 18/1114:59 -
2 stops19h 01m
Deal found 29/9£620
Tue 24/1112:15 -
2 stops16h 20m
Wed 9/1207:00 -
2 stops30h 30m
Deal found 25/9£713
Sun 22/1119:20 -
2 stops31h 21m
Sun 29/1112:46 -
1 stop21h 29m
Deal found 26/9£772
Tue 10/1109:00 -
2 stops16h 16m
Wed 18/1109:55 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 29/9£784
Wed 11/1111:10 -
2 stops16h 45m
Wed 18/1118:45 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 29/9£790
Mon 9/1110:05 -
1 stop19h 00m
Tue 17/1113:58 -
1 stop14h 27m
Deal found 29/9£790
Tue 10/1106:50 -
2 stops16h 38m
Mon 16/1106:05 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 29/9£792
Tue 10/1107:40 -
2 stops15h 48m
Tue 17/1111:22 -
2 stops15h 23m
Deal found 29/9£794
Mon 2/1111:10 -
2 stops16h 45m
Sun 8/1118:45 -
1 stop29h 10m
Deal found 29/9£797
Mon 2/1111:15 -
2 stops28h 55m
Thu 12/1107:06 -
2 stops18h 24m
Deal found 29/9£820
Mon 2/1110:00 -
2 stops18h 33m
Sun 8/1117:50 -
2 stops15h 55m
Deal found 29/9£864
Tue 20/1020:40 -
2 stops33h 34m
Sun 25/1019:31 -
2 stops42h 29m
Deal found 27/9£869

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Return from

£620

One-way from

£419

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

£886
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 10/11-18/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 06m total
  • London to Des Moines
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1/12-31/12
  • 1/12-31/12
  • 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

£419

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

12:15-16:46

3 stops58h 31m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£428

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 1/2

20:35-13:09

2 stops46h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£435

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Mon 1/2

11:40-11:06

2 stops53h 26m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£447

LondonDes Moines

LGW London Gatwick - DSM Des Moines

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 1/12

19:40-18:56

2 stops29h 16m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£534
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LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 1/2

16:30-00:26

1 stop13h 56m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£543

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

12:15-22:35

2 stops16h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

07:00-19:30

2 stops30h 30m

£742

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

06:05-18:55

2 stops18h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

14:05-10:25

1 stop14h 20m

£799

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

11:35-23:42

1 stop18h 07m

Des Moines

Wed 9/12

14:56-10:15

1 stop13h 19m

£813

LondonDes Moines

LHR London Heathrow - DSM Des Moines

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 12/11

13:45-19:16

2 stops35h 31m

Des Moines

Thu 19/11

08:00-06:40

2 stops16h 40m

£814

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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 16 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.

British Airways
British Airways
From £751
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £592
American Airlines
American Airlines
From £729
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From £798

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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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

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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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

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
7.0
Good
12,098 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

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
8,243 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

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, Virgin Atlantic 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 (15 hours 29 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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