Cheap Flights to Des Moines

Most popular in	August	High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Cheapest in	February	Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average price	£966	Price for this month
Cheapest price	£621	From London to Des Moines

Cheapest prices for Des Moines flights by month

January

£705

February

£570

March

£687

April

£678

May

£649

June

£665

July

£917

August

£966

September

£804

October

£711

November

£662

December

£832

February is currently the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

When is the best time to fly to Des Moines?

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Price	£427 - £982
Temperature	1 - 30 °C
Rainfall	22 - 130 mm

Flying to Des Moines in February is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. July tends to be the warmest period in Des Moines so if you are looking for sun or warmer climates then look to fly around this time. May is the wettest if you need to factor this in to your plans.

When is the best time to book flights to Des Moines?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Days before departure

Which day is cheapest to fly to Des Moines?

At the moment, Saturday is the most economical day to take a flight to Des Moines. Sunday is likely to be the most costly.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Flights at midday are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Des Moines. Flights in the evening are usually the most expensive.

The state capital of Iowa, Des Moines is a charming city with exceptional food, a huge array of historic buildings, great shopping and outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy.

The historical side to the city will occupy many days of sightseeing. From the ornately designed Capitol building, to the beauty of Salisbury House and the fascinating exhibits of the State Historical Society Museum, visitors can easily learn about how the city came to be.

There are plenty of other cultural attractions as well. Wander around the Science Centre of Iowa, with its planetarium and interactive child-friendly exhibits, or take in the superb collection of 20th century masterpieces at the Des Moines Art Centre – featuring world-famous artists like Hopper, O’Keefe and Johns. June also sees the city stage a fantastic Arts Festival, with a programme of open air performances.

Food is a big part of the town’s appeal. That may be because Des Moines is at the heart of one of the world’s great farming regions. Visit in July to sample every local delicacy at Taste of Des Moines or dine at eateries serving everything from tacos to hefty burgers.

There are family-friendly attractions as well, such as Adventureland, with its massive swimming pool and vast array of slides, as well as Gray’s Lake where families can race pedalos and canoes.

More serious water sports are catered for at sites like Saylorville Lake, which offers exceptional fishing. Other sports can be enjoyed at Sleepy Hollow Park with different seasonal options to experience such as snowboarding and beach volleyball.

Des Moines is also a jumping off point to visit Iowa’s most beautiful sights, such as the rolling Loess Hills and the eerie Maquoketa Caves. But with so much to do, you may never want to leave the city.

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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.

When to fly 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.