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£374+ Cheap flights to Des Moines

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— DSM
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Des Moines in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 June 2026.

Tue 14/708:00
LHR
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DSM
1 stop12h 27m
United Airlines
Wed 22/713:40
DSM
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LHR
1 stop14h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6£597
Mon 13/708:55
LHR
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DSM
1 stop15h 38m
American Airlines
Thu 23/713:41
DSM
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LHR
1 stop16h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/6£610
Fri 10/714:25
LHR
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DSM
1 stop15h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 27/719:13
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop13h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/6£632
Mon 13/711:05
LHR
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DSM
1 stop16h 17m
United Airlines
Fri 24/715:24
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop11h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6£649
Fri 10/715:00
LHR
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DSM
1 stop15h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 25/713:04
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop12h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/6£654
Fri 10/714:00
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop32h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/717:30
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6£657
Fri 10/714:00
LGW
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DSM
1 stop32h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/716:14
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop35h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6£663
Sat 11/715:15
LHR
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DSM
1 stop13h 14m
Delta
Tue 21/711:30
DSM
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LHR
1 stop12h 55m
Delta
Deal found 15/6£665
Sun 12/715:00
LHR
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DSM
1 stop15h 09m
American Airlines
Mon 27/713:04
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop12h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/6£678
Sun 12/714:10
LHR
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DSM
1 stop14h 46m
United Airlines
Thu 23/715:24
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop14h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6£694
Wed 15/711:25
LHR
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DSM
1 stop15h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 22/711:23
DSM
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LHR
1 stop15h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6£696
Fri 10/714:00
LGW
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DSM
1 stop32h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/716:59
DSM
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LGW
1 stop35h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6£698

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Find the latest flights to Des Moines in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 16 June 2026.

Return from

£597

One-way from

£374

Popular in

July

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Average price

£1,012
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  • United Airlines
  • 14/7-27/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 02m total
  • London to Des Moines
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  • 25/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 28m total
  • London to Des Moines
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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Fri 10/7

14:00-16:09

1 stop32h 09m

Des Moines

Thu 23/7

09:23-10:00

1 stop18h 37m

£745

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 17/9

09:30-22:30

2 stops19h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

11:32-06:45

1 stop13h 13m

£746

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

18:40-22:29

2 stops33h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

11:28-18:30

2 stops25h 02m

£747

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 5/9

07:25-17:28

2 stops16h 03m

Des Moines

Thu 17/9

11:32-06:45

1 stop13h 13m

£747
Fastest return journey

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

06:50-17:33

2 stops16h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

13:24-06:45

1 stop11h 21m

£750

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 9/7

06:55-18:09

2 stops17h 14m

Des Moines

Fri 24/7

11:23-11:55

1 stop18h 32m

£750

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

08:30-17:57

2 stops15h 27m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

13:24-11:55

1 stop16h 31m

£759

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 2/10

06:40-22:29

2 stops21h 49m

Des Moines

Fri 6/11

14:15-18:30

2 stops22h 15m

£768

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 10/9

09:15-17:57

2 stops14h 42m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

18:55-17:55

2 stops17h 00m

£778

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 14/7

10:45-20:49

2 stops16h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 27/7

07:35-06:20

1 stop16h 45m

£796

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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 37 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, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £646
British Airways
British Airways
From £446
United Airlines
United Airlines
From £190
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From £604

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Des Moines?

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

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated 16 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Atlantic,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines 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
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,843 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,668 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,066 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,054 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.5

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, United Airlines 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 1 minute).

  • 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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